The way Gary Lineker and Steven Gerrard paid tribute to Wayne Rooney after the football world announced his decision to withdraw from football to focus on his coaching role.
The Manchester United and England giants have hung up their shoes to take over from Derby County, with the side threatened with charges on a permanent basis from the league after becoming interim boss earlier this season.
Loved every minute of my playing career but was excited to get started in management with a great club @dcfcofficial.
Thanks for all the messages and wishes, appreciate them all and pic.twitter.com/zYABfF9UBx
– Wayne Rooney (@WayneRooney) 15 January 2021
Rooney’s decision to spend time in his illustrious playing career was extremely difficult for former team players, rival players and fans. And tribute to the legend is coming from everywhere.
On Twitter, Lineker praised Rooney as one of the greatest English footballers of all time. The host of the day’s game said: “One of our greatest football players has retired. It’s not an easy time for either player, but Wayne Rooney has had a truly illustrious career on the pitch. Hopefully he will be successful off the pitch with the derby. County. Well done and best wishes. “
One of our all-time great footballers is retired. It is never an easy moment for any player @Wayne Rooney Has enjoyed a truly illustrious career on the field. Here’s hoping he is successful off the pitch @dcfcofficial. Well played and good luck. 4
– Gary Lineker 💙 (@garyliner) 15 January 2021
Lineker’s words were echoed by joint striker Marcus Rashford, who said it was an honor to share the pitch with Rooney.
The day I received my senior call, I got on the bus and did not know where to sit. Everyone had their own place. It was challenging. Then I found my place with Vazza, thanks for making me feel so comfortable and welcome @Wayne Rooney Legend ♥ ️ https://t.co/s2qHRiCYbj
– Marcus Rashford MBE (arMarcusRashford) 15 January 2021
He tweeted: “One of the greats. It was a dream come true to play with you. Congratulations on the most wonderful career. “
Former England teammate Gerrard, who is currently Rangers manager in Scotland, said it was an ‘honor’ to play with Rooney and wished ‘good luck’ in the derby.
Several other footballers and fans also took a moment to congratulate the 35-year-old, recalling some of the favorite narratives of the joint narrative.
@Wayne Rooney Retirement / Appreciation post!
World class
End setting
Associate
Team player
भराCecast filled with trophiesGood luck with your new chapter Wazza chapter
P u will take me to Pal in the morning…?# Ronnie pic.twitter.com/qeweWd1kvy
– Rio Ferdinand (@ rioferdy5) 15 January 2021
Wayne Rooney – A True @ Man Utd Legend. 4
Greatest of all, a loving teammate and a brilliant goal scorer! happy retirement @Wayne RooneyEnjoy your career after football, and the best in your life as a manager! ️ ♥ ️ pic.twitter.com/1euhSrWFqh
– Edwin van der Sir (@ vdsar1970) 15 January 2021
Congratulations on your wonderful career my friend @Wayne Rooney! Thank you for the great moments both on and off the pitch. I will always remember that help and more assist. Good luck with your next move and I am sure you will be a great manager pic.twitter.com/hIlfuqlz9C
– Robin van Persie (@Persie_Official) 15 January 2021
This drama completely dominates Wayne Rooney.
One of a kind 4 pic.twitter.com/QNbHNfWchu
– ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) 15 January 2021
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