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Wayne Rooney scores penalty and assists two goals as DC United beat Atlanta United

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Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney has scored four goals since joining DC United in June

Former England captain Wayne Rooney scored a penalty and created two more goals as DC United beat Atlanta United 3-1 to give themselves a chance of reaching the MLS play-offs.

The 32-year-old set up Luciano Acosta's 29-minute opener before Jeff Larentowicz equalised for the visitors.

Rooney put DC back in front from the spot on 52 minutes, scoring past former Aston Villa keeper Brad Guzan.

He then played in Acosta, who wrapped up the win in the 77th minute.

DC were bottom of the Eastern Conference when Manchester United's record goalscorer Rooney joined from Everton in June.

But they are now six points behind Montreal Impact - who are in the last play-off spot - with three games in hand.

"It was a massive result for us," said Rooney. "It wasn't a must-win, but it was close, it almost felt like that.

"I reminded the players of that at half-time, [that] we were in a position where we could go on and get the three points, and the lads have responded great. It was a big win for us."

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  • Comment posted by GorbleGorble, at 08:53 3 Sep 2018

    Rooney is England's record goalscorer and never once complained when shunted into midfield. He's grafted for us for a decade. It's not his fault England have been crap since the 90's.

    The hate he gets is disgusting. I'm glad to see him enjoying his football.

  • Comment posted by lone-ranger19, at 08:36 3 Sep 2018

    Loathe him or love him he’s a great signing to the mls at the twighlight stage of his career. You don’t get to be a record scorer without quality!!

  • Comment posted by Dave, at 08:36 3 Sep 2018

    Well done for him, glad to see its all going well over there for him.

  • Comment posted by U17142437, at 09:00 3 Sep 2018

    Rooney has earned his place and should not be a target of petty individuals, who cannot look beyond their keyboard or tribal limitations . He is now passing on his experience and skills to others. What are you doing ?

  • Comment posted by U16881379, at 09:36 3 Sep 2018

    Lot of nasty sniping parochial drivel being posted here.
    A player plays his best in the league in which he plays , it really is that simple , enjoy where you are and give it your best! it is a news sports story about one of Englands best ever football players , a point of interest piece, it is not a proclamation that the American league is world beating or anything like that.
    get over yourselves

  • Comment posted by SuperJLounge, at 09:31 3 Sep 2018

    Comments section littered with keyboard warriors claiming that 'nobody cares about Rooney/MLS'. Now there's a paradox for you.

  • Comment posted by OmNom, at 09:09 3 Sep 2018

    "16. Posted by john: Presumably the BBC think we are interested in this overrated ex ManU player????"

    Rooney is the England and Man Utd all-time top scorer.

    He's almost certainly a far superior player than anybody who's ever played for your little team.

  • Comment posted by veekay1, at 14:03 3 Sep 2018

    I've never supported Everton.

    I've never supported Manchester United.

    I've never been interested in MLS.

    I do support England but am not manic about it.

    Always enjoyed watching Wayne Rooney play.

    Delighted to see that he seems to be enjoying himself.

    Good luck to you Mr Rooney.

  • Comment posted by Vox Populi, at 09:56 3 Sep 2018

    @35. I just have one reply to that; Lionel Messi - Argentina.

    Even the greatest player of his generation couldn't inspire Argentina to glory on the world stage. Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal came good in 2016 but there are many more tournaments where he and they disappointed and he has been criticised. International football is tough.

    One player doesn't make a team.

  • Comment posted by Tom, at 09:11 3 Sep 2018

    Found his level was a top class player but that was years ago, age catches up with us all , probably struggle in championship now. But if the pay is good well done to him keep playing as long as you can!!!

  • Comment posted by Carlito, at 12:30 3 Sep 2018

    It's pretty well known Rooney wasn't blessed with fitness, or the ability to recover too well from injury. Always going to have a major impact on his game as he hit 30 and beyond.
    Now he's off in a slower, less demanding league, having the impact he did in his 20's. I bet he's loving it. It's really great to see someone with his desire do well.

    ...you can all get back to slating him now.

  • Comment posted by RedDevilMatt, at 13:41 3 Sep 2018

    Just Wazza doing what he's always done - giving 100% every time and dragging the team with him !

  • Comment posted by Yasir, at 12:36 3 Sep 2018

    For the MLS he's a quality player so the move there was good for everyone. Its a shame there was such negativity surrounding him here from many fans and the media. He never reached his potential but he still had a great career and is an England great undoubtedly.

  • Comment posted by dsl000001, at 12:22 3 Sep 2018

    How many on here have even seen an MLS game? It is a very athletic and physically competitive league. And it isn’t a cakewalk - ask Schweinstieger.

    Atlanta are the best team in the MLS, a decent side who would probably finish In the top third of the Championship.

    Credit to Rooney for his professionalism and desire to play and to pass on his experience to his team.

    From a Brit ex-pat.

  • Comment posted by RB, at 11:05 3 Sep 2018

    Lets calm down shall we? Rooney looked off the pace in EPL. in the last couple of seasons the fact that he is thriving in US is good for him, but no need to bring him back for England, his lack of pace is found out at the highest level.

  • Comment posted by firminos teeth, at 12:00 3 Sep 2018

    Good to see Rooney doing well and still has something to offer a game he has loved and gave everything to all of his life.

    The way he was treated by the public and the media is just typical of the way we treat all our stars.

  • Comment posted by Lowey, at 11:29 3 Sep 2018

    57...........lol. You ought to stop smoking those mushrooms.

  • Comment posted by drysler, at 09:33 3 Sep 2018

    Due to his age and status in the team, I reckon he'll learn a fair bit about coaching and guiding the lads he plays with as well and one day bring that experience back to the PL.

  • Comment posted by fjkirk, at 10:02 3 Sep 2018

    He's doing well, just wonder if he would have had the attitude of Ronaldo towards training and lifestyle.

  • Comment posted by U16853721, at 14:22 3 Sep 2018

    Rooney is smashing it. He's roused my interest in DC United. They've played some great football, the game against Orlando was more enjoyable than most premiership games I've seen this season!

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