Before kick-off of the game between Manchester United and Wigan which ended 4-0 in favour of the Red Devils, Old Trafford Legend, Sir Bobby Charlton presented Wayne Rooney with an award for becoming Man Unite’s all-time leading scorer. Rooney wrote his name into more history books a week ago after netting a sublime freekick against Stoke City, breaking Sir Charlton’s record in the process.
Manchester United’s all-time top scorers:
1. Wayne Rooney (250)
2. Sir Bobby Charlton (249)
3. Denis Law (237)
Alex Ferguson reacts to Wayne Rooney's latest feat.
Wayne Rooney’s brilliant long-range, freekick effort against Stoke City today, which got millions of people talking has impressed an Old Trafford icon and the most successful manager of the club, Sir Alex Ferguson.
Rooney who eclipsed Sir Bobby Charlton’s 249-goal record now holds the record as the highest goalscorer for United with 250 goals.
Heaping praises on the player who has scored his second goal in the season, Sir Alex Ferguson told manutd.com: “I would like to say huge congratulations to Wayne on reaching this milestone. “It is no mean feat to score so many goals and he breaks a record that has stood for over 40 years. Wayne thoroughly deserves his place in the history books of this great club and I am sure that he will go on to score many more goals.”
He added, “Well done Wayne, I am absolutely delighted for you, you have been a great servant to this club and long may it continue.”
Manchester United to name stand after Bobby Charlton
Manchester United have revealed their plans to honour one of the club’s legends and incumbent director, Bobby Charlton by naming the South Stand at Old Trafford after him. The unveiling will take place at the home game against Everton on April 2.
Speaking about the decision, United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward said: “Bobby is, quite simply, the most iconic figure in English football history. A player, a diplomat, a gentleman and a tireless worker for charity, he represents everything that is good about football and Manchester United.
He continued, “It has been a privilege to know him and humbling to work alongside him for the last 10 years. Renaming the South Stand, which contains both the Directors’ Box and the old players’ changing rooms, is a fitting tribute to all that Bobby has contributed to the club both as a player and a director.”
Reacting to the honour, the English former football player said, “This is a great honour and I am very proud – for myself and my family – that the club has chosen to name the South Stand after me. Manchester United has been such an important part of my life and I have so many wonderful memories of this Theatre of Dreams. As a player, I remember the goals and the marvelous players I played with. As a director, I have seen some outstanding matches and players. It is a special place indeed.
“I would like to thank everyone connected with Manchester United. So many people work so hard to keep us at the top; their effort should never be forgotten. But most of all, I would like to thank Norma, my wonderful wife, and my family for the support and encouragement they have always provided. This is for them.”
Charlton joined United in 1953 and scored 249goals in 758 appearances.
Wayne Rooney now third-highest goalscorer for England.
Who says he’s not yet qualified to be an England great? English footballer, Wayne Rooney has become the third highest goalscorer for England. He created the record after netting a brace during England’s game with Scotland yesterday.
The Manchester United star who scored his 45th and 46th international goals on his 101st appearance is now beyond Jimmy Greaves who scored a total of 44 goals for England. He’s now looking to surpass Gary Lineker and Sir Bobby Charlton’s records.