Facebook Twitter
MUFC Logo
rooney_wayne

A-B-C-D-E-F-G-H-I-J-K-L-M-N-O-P-Q-R-S-T-U-V-W-X-Y-Z

Click on above letter for surname of player

Wayne Rooney - Manchester United forward - Player profile & stats

PWDLFA

Search for a Player
Current Team
Name: Wayne Mark Rooney Nationality: England
Position: forward Signing Information: Transferred from: Everton FC, 31/08/2004, £27m
Birthdate: 24-10-1985 Years at Club: 2004-2017
Age: (39) Debut: 28/09/2004 v Fenerbahce SK (H) 6-2 (European Cup)
Birthplace: Croxteth, Liverpool, England Previous clubs: Everton
Height: 5' 10" (1.78m) Farewell to Manchester United: Transferred to Everton, 09/07/2017, £Free
Weight: 11st 13lbs (75.75kg) Passed Away:
Wayne Rooney is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in Manchester United and England history. Known for his versatility, power, and football intelligence, Rooney spent the majority of his career at Manchester United, where he became the club’s all-time top goal-scorer with 253 goals. Rooney was known for his ability to play in multiple attacking roles, including as a striker, attacking midfielder, and even deeper as a playmaker.

Rooney joined Manchester United in 2004 from Everton at the age of 18 for a then-record fee for a teenager. He made an instant impact, scoring a hat-trick on his debut in the UEFA Champions League against Fenerbahçe. Over the next 13 years, Rooney would go on to become the club's talisman, winning numerous domestic and international honors.

Career Highlights at Manchester United:
Premier League Titles: Rooney won five Premier League titles with Manchester United (2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013).
UEFA Champions League (2008): Rooney helped United lift the Champions League trophy in 2008, defeating Chelsea in a dramatic penalty shootout.
FA Cup (2016): Rooney won his only FA Cup in 2016, helping Manchester United complete the set of major domestic trophies.
All-Time Top Scorer: In 2017, Rooney surpassed Sir Bobby Charlton to become Manchester United’s all-time leading goal-scorer with 253 goals.
Versatility and Playmaking: Known for his vision and creativity, Rooney was not just a goal-scorer but also one of the best playmakers, capable of dropping deep and dictating play.
England Career:
Rooney made his debut for England at just 17 and became the country's all-time top goal-scorer with 53 goals until being surpassed by Harry Kane in 2023. He represented England in major tournaments, including the UEFA Euros and FIFA World Cup.

Later Career and Retirement:
Rooney returned to Everton in 2017, before moving to D.C. United in the MLS and later finishing his playing career at Derby County, where he transitioned into management. He was appointed manager of Derby County in 2020 and later moved to D.C. United as head coach.

Legacy:
Wayne Rooney is celebrated for his passion, work ethic, and footballing intelligence. His blend of skill, power, and vision made him one of the most complete forwards in football history. Rooney's longevity at the top of the game and his numerous records ensure that his legacy at Manchester United and in English football will endure for generations.
Goals

Appearances

Opponent Manager Club Manager
Stadium Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
Red cards  
 
 
League League Cup FA Cup Charity Shield European Cup Europa League Super Cup Cup Winners Cup Inter-Continental Cup World Clubs Cup    
Season Goals Season Appearances
No Season League Goals League Appearances League Cup Goals League Cup Appearances FA Cup Goals FA Cup Appearances Charity Shield Goals Charity Shield Appearances European Cup Goals European Cup Appearances UEFA Cup Goals UEFA Cup Appearances Super Cup Goals Super Cup Appearances Cup Winners Cup Goals Cup Winners Cup Appearances Inter-Continental Cup Goals Inter-Continental Cup Appearances Club World Cup Goals Club World Cup Appearances Season
Goals
Season
Apps
1 2004-2005 11 29 0 2 3 6 0 0 3 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 43
2 2005-2006 16 36 2 4 0 3 0 0 1 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19 48
3 2006-2007 14 35 0 1 5 7 0 0 4 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 55
4 2007-2008 12 27 0 0 2 4 0 1 4 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 43
5 2008-2009 12 30 0 1 1 2 0 0 4 13 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 2 20 49
6 2009-2010 26 32 2 3 0 1 1 1 5 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 34 44
7 2010-2011 11 28 0 0 1 2 0 1 4 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 40
8 2011-2012 27 34 0 0 2 1 0 1 2 4 3 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 34 43
9 2012-2013 12 27 0 1 3 3 0 0 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16 37
10 2013-2014 17 29 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19 40
11 2014-2015 12 33 0 0 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 37
12 2015-2016 8 28 1 2 2 5 0 0 4 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 41
13 2016-2017 5 25 0 4 1 2 0 1 0 0 2 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 39
TOTALS 183 393 5 20 22 40 1 5 34 88 5 10 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 2 253 559
Matches Played

 

About this site

West Cumbria Reds Branch Flag.......as seen behind the Stretford End @ all Home games

 

MUFCINFO.com is not an official Manchester United website.
All pages are designed, maintained and copyright (C) Mark Graham.
Email: mufcinfo@sky.com