Wayne Rooney: England Record is 'Dream Come True'

Wayne Rooney said it was a "dream come true" to break Sir Bobby Charlton's England goalscoring record and set his sights on adding to his total. The 29-year-old Manchester United striker's penalty in the 2-0 win over Switzerland in a Euro 2016 qualifier took his tally to 50 goals. "It's a great feeling," he said. "I've been close for the last few games and it's a dream come true. "I've got a lot of football in me for England. I hope the goals don't stop." The spot-kick was awarded late in the game when Raheem Sterling was fouled in the area by Granit Xhaka. Rooney, who scored his first England goal against Macedonia in 2003, told BBC Radio 5 live: "It's a very special night for...

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Wayne Rooney Goes Joint Top of England Goalscoring Chart

England confirmed their place at Euro 2016 after a routine dismissal of San Marino - but captain Wayne Rooney must wait to eclipse Sir Bobby Charlton's all-time goals tally. Rooney scored a record-equalling 49th goal with an early penalty but was surprisingly substituted by England manager Roy Hodgson with history beckoning and the San Marino defence out on its feet. He must now try again against Switzerland at Wembley on Tuesday.There was still plenty for England to celebrate, though, as they made it seven wins out of seven in qualifying to ensure they will be in France next summer.England were never under threat and it was another damage limitation exercise for San Marino, especially after...

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Crystal Palace Enjoying The Game Away

In The 2015 No Team Has Pocketed More Points In Away Games Than Crystal Palace In the match of the Barclays Premier League last weekend before the international break in September, some games will not be forgotten just including a victory Crystal Palace at home to Chelsea, West Ham United claim win at the headquarters of Liverpool for the first time since 1963, and Swansea City recorded a victory third straight 2-1 over Manchester United. source:www.premierleague.com Vital statistics for the whole of Matchweek 4 see below. Saturday, August 29th Newcastle United 0-1 Arsenal - Arsenal have now won eight Barclays Premier League matches in a row against Newcastle United - Arsene...

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Cech Earns Arsenal A Point: Arsenal vs Liverpool 0-0

Liverpool maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season as they played out a thrilling goalless draw with Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.  In a game littered with chances, brilliant goalkeeping and defensive mistakes, it was almost beyond belief that neither side could carve out a victory and deliver an early psychological blow among the contenders at the top of the table. Liverpool dominated the first half but found Petr Cech in magnificent form as the former Chelsea goalkeeper saved miraculously from Christian Benteke and turned Philippe Coutinho's shot on to a post. Coutinho also struck the bar in the third minute - and while Arsenal's opportunities were few, they...

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Coming To MU VS Newcastle United

TEAM NEWS Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini completes a ban while Phil Jones remains absent with thrombosis. Bastian Schweinsteiger could make his first start for the Red Devils but Marcos Rojo is still not match fit. Newcastle could give a debut to new winger Florian Thauvin but defender Daryl Janmaat is banned after being sent off at Swansea last weekend. Midfielder Moussa Sissoko was substituted in that game with a groin injury but he could still play. MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES Steve Bower: "The midweek European win will have put an extra spring in the Manchester United step because, despite two victories, it has been an underwhelming start to their league season. "Their...

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Aguero can do even better this season, says Pellegrini

Manuel Pellegrini believes that Sergio Aguero can do better than last season after the Manchester City striker opened the scoring in his side's 3-0 victory over Chelsea. Aguero won the 2014/15 Barclays Golden Boot with 26 goals but this total was limited by injury, as it has in seasons before, which restricted him to 30 league starts over the campaign. But his manager believes that the Argentinian will not be so hampered this campaign as he marked his first start in the Barclays Premier League this season with a goal, and could have had more during the first half but for the excellence of Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic. "Aguero is in the best moment of his career," Pellegrini said. "This...

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Result Big Macth : Manchester City 3 Chelsea 0

A Ramires goal incorrectly ruled out for offside with Man City a goal ahead changed the complexion of this early-season Premier League fixture. The Brazilian latched on to a brilliant Cesc Fabregas pass early in the second period and nudged the ball home but an errant offside flag denied us a deserved leveller. Sergio Aguero had put the hosts ahead having already been thwarted by the excellent Asmir Begovic on three occasions, while Diego Costa had a strong shout for a first-half penalty. We dominated after the interval and after Ramires’s goal was disallowed, Hazard drew a fine stop from Joe Hart. Two late City goals, from Vincent Kompany and Fernandinho, added some gloss to a final scoreline...

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Barclay Premier League: Big Match Manchester City vs Chelsea 2015

Big Match Manchester City vs Chelsea 2015 Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is fit despite being substituted at West Brom because of a slight groin problem. Full-back Gael Clichy may return following an ankle injury, but Fabian Delph and Fernando are both ruled out. Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois serves a one-match ban and will be replaced by summer signing Asmir Begovic. Midfielder Oscar is doubtful after suffering a minor injury in training. MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES Guy Mowbray: "Last season's corresponding fixture came too soon to be a blockbuster, and this being even earlier feels something of a waste. "On last weekend's displays, City are favourites. Their performance...

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Barclays Premier League table, current & previous standings

Barclays Premier League table, current & previous standin...

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West Brom 0-3 Manchester City Premier Result

West Brom 0-3 Manchester City: Yaya Toure's first-half double gives Manuel Pellegrini's side commanding lead before Vincent Kompany ensures visitors begin Premier League campaign in style The big screen was trailing a Psychic Night to be held at The Hawthorns on September 25. To be fair, about five minutes in, gifts of precognition were not required to foretell what was going to happen here. Manchester City were all over the home side from the start. Clairvoyant Diane Lazarus would have seen a tall, dark stranger — about eight of them in fact, all bearing down on West Brom’s goal. Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany celebrates putting his side into a 3-0 lead against...

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Leicester City Striker Apologises for 'Racist Slur'

Amie Vardy: Leicester City striker apologises for 'racist slur' Leicester's Jamie Vardy has apologised and his club have promised to carry out an investigation after claims that the striker made a racial slur in a casino. The Sun on Sunday has published a video showing the alleged incident, believed to have taken place on Sunday, 26 July. "I wholeheartedly apologise for any offence I've caused," Vardy, 28, said. "It was a regrettable error in judgement I take full responsibility for, and I accept my behaviour was not up to what's expected of me." Vardy scored the opening goal in Leicester's 4-2 win against Sunderland on Saturday. He has scored 26 goals in 98 league games for the...

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Gossip Column: Pedro, Godin, De Bruyne

Manchester United transfers: Reds WON'T meet Pedro's  He 28-year-old's contract prices him at around £23m but Old Trafford giants have doubts about his sell-on value and value him closer to £17m. Manchester United have still to make a formal offer for Pedro... after refusing to meet his buy-out clause. The Old Trafford club have money to burn after finally completing the £46m sale of Angel Di Maria, but they want to negotiate down on the near £23m Barcelona asking price. Boss Louis van Gaal has identified the Spain international as his primary target after offloading Premier League flop Di Maria. But at 28-years-old, Pedro will have little resale value beyond this summer, and the...

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Premier League: Chelsea's Jose Mourinho predicts tougher season

Premier League: Chelsea's Jose Mourinho  Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho says this term's Premier League will be the most competitive he has experienced - with even newly promoted Bournemouth buying players good enough for his side. Mourinho's Chelsea eased to the title last season, finishing eight points clear of runners-up Manchester City. But the Portuguese cited Bournemouth's signing of Max Gradel as evidence this season will be tougher. "Gradel could play for Chelsea," Mourinho said. Top-flight clubs have spent more than £500m so far in the transfer window, partly fuelled by a new £5bn Premier League TV rights deal. Mourinho has also been impressed by Yohan Cabaye's £10m move...

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Wayne Rooney And Everton

Wayne Rooney says Everton return was 'weird' as England striker stars alongside Duncan Ferguson in testimonial match Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney says it felt 'weird' to pull on an Everton shirt 11 years since leaving Goodison Park after appearing in Duncan Ferguson's testimonial. The 29-year-old, who once famously branded himself 'once a blue, always a blue', made a cameo appearance as Roberto Martinez's men fell to a 2-1 defeat against Spanish side Villarreal. Rooney admitted afterwards that he wasn't sure what kind of reception he would receive from the Everton faithful, who have booed him in the past, but was delighted with the positive atmostphere. "It's nice to come...

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