Source: Manchester_EveningNews
Oh boy! Rooney a Reds saviour
UNITED produced a Champions League thriller to fire their way into the knockout stages - with Wayne Rooney branded a Red saviour. Sir Alex Ferguson sent for new dad Rooney with his side trailing 3-1 to CSKA Moscow. And the England striker didn't disappoint - inspiring a memorable comeback as late goals from Paul Scholes and Antonio Valencia's deflected strike secured a 3-3 draw and qualification. Ferguson admitted he was left with no choice but to send on Roomey, whose wife, Coleen, gave birth to a son, Kai, this week. Ferguson said: "He's not had much sleep and that is crucial for players at this level. But their third goal forced my hand. I would have preferred to have left him on the bench, but his energy and confidence were very high and that makes an impact." Reds full-back Patrice Evra said: ?It is great for Wayne being a father. It makes you more mature. ?He sent me photos straightaway by text and he is obviously very happy. It was clear he wanted to play and celebrate with a goal.? The Russians had silenced Old Trafford with goals from Alan Dzagoev, Milos Krasic and Vasili Berezutski firing them into a 3-1 lead just after half-time, with Michael Owen on the score sheet for United. But after Rooney's introduction Paul Scholes and Antonio Valencia, via a 90th-minute deflection took United through to the knock-out stages. What do you think? Have your say.
