Source: Daily_Mail
Wayne Rooney faces anxious wait on FA charge for foul-mouthed celebration
[LNB]Wayne Rooney will discover on Monday whether he will face disciplinary action for his foul-mouthed hat-trick celebration. [LNB]Rooney scored a match-winning treble inside 15 minutes against West Ham on Saturday but sullied the achievement with a foul-mouthed rant captured by TV microphones and broadcast live to an audience of millions. His use of the F-word halted football'smuch-vaunted Respect campaign in its tracks.[LNB]The Manchester United and England striker later issued a public apology but FA director Sir Trevor Brookinghas confirmed the governing body will be investigating Rooney's behaviour at Upton Park.[LNB]Read Patrick Collins's verdict: Rooney'sfoul-mouthed tirade makes an instant mockery of new Respect campaign[LNB] Swear box: Rooney took the shine off his hat-trick with a foul-mouthed rant directed at the television cameras[LNB]'Tomorrow there will be a decision,' he told BBC Radio 5 Live. 'It was a surprise, after scoring a hat-trick, to react that way. It is something we will have to look at.'[LNB]Rooney's tirade came as he converted apenalty to complete his hat-trick and give United a 3-2 lead at West Hamin a match they eventually won 4-2 after trailing to two Mark Noble penalties inside the first 25 minutes.[LNB]Rooney marked his third strike inthe 79th minute by running towards a TV camera and releasing a volleyof abuse as he celebrated his goal with United team-mates within feetof a cameraman and his assistant. Rooney was heard to use theF-word twice. He also appeared to be responding to somebody off-camera.[LNB] In the corner: Rooney scores his first with a delightful free-kick [LNB]Sky commentator Rob Hawthorneimmediately apologised on-air for any offence caused by the outburst.[LNB]The disciplinary procedure in such circumstances is not obviously established. But FA rules state: 'A participant shall at all times act in the best interests of the game andshall not act in any manner which is improper or brings the game into disrepute or use any one, or a combination of, violent conduct, serious foul play, threatening, abusive, indecent or insulting words or behaviour.'[LNB]If banned, Rooney would miss part of United's Premier League title run-in, but it is understood that he may escape with a reminder of his responsibilities. Many will view that with alarm, particularly if it comes at a time when players and managers are under increasing scrutiny over their behaviour on and off the field.[LNB] At the double: Rooney beats Upson to score his second past Green in the West Ham goal [LNB] Rooney has already apologised for swearing. His outburst, beamed around the world by Sky Sports, prompted an on-air apology from the broadcasters.[LNB] In a statement released by United, Rooney said: 'I want to apologise for any offence that may have been caused by my goal celebration, especially any parents or children that were watching. [LNB]'Emotions were running high, and on reflection my heat-of-the-moment reaction was inappropriate. It was not aimed at anyone in particular.'[LNB] Previous form: Rooney unleashes a tirade at Green Point stadium after England's dismal draw with Algeria[LNB] Rooney upset England fans during last summer's World Cup when he turned to a television camera and verbally attacked them at the end of the dismal goalless draw with Algeria. [LNB]The apparent frustrations of both players and managers are under the spotlight, after Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore launched a campaign to target 'unacceptable' criticism of and behaviour towards referees. [LNB]Rooney's boss Sir Alex Ferguson has already had his say on the issue, and now former United defender and Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has admitted he is sometimes taken aback by his own behaviour when he sees it on television highlights. [LNB]Three and easy: Rooney celebrates his hat-trick in front of the United faithful [LNB]'Sometimes on a Saturday night I look at myself and say "My God Steve, what are you doing there?" 'But you become involved, and the game takes over. [LNB]'It is part and parcel of the spectacle. I don't think it is that bad. If you see players in games abroad, for me that is much worse.'[LNB] Bruce believes the best way to keep emotions in check is to allow technology to help referees with tight calls. 'I'm all for technology,' he said. 'Week in week out, we keep seeing difficult decisions cost games.'[LNB]But Rooney's blast was condemned byLord Pendry, the former Shadow Sports Minister who is now president ofthe Football Foundation, an organisation which funnels ?40million ayear into the grass-roots game. [LNB]Lord Pendry said: 'It is disgusting for youngsters watching television to be subjected to this vile behaviour.[LNB]'Even if the words cannot be heard clearly, it is not difficult to understand what is being said. [LNB]'Players should be banned and maybe in time, that will make them accept their responsibility to the young people who look up to them.' [LNB] All the latest Manchester United FC news, features and opinionPatrick Collins: Rooney's foulmouthed tirade makes an instant mockery of new Respect campaignRooney's disgrace: A 15 minute hat-trick but then United star's four-letter rant ruins it allFerguson plotting to beat Liverpool in the chase to Aston Villa star YoungI'd love to sign Welbeck... but I don't think Sir Alex would let me, admits Sunderland boss Bruce West Ham 2 Man United 4: Rooney bags a hat-trick leaves title in sightDes Kelly: You don't ask for respect... you demand it[LNB] [LNB] [LNB] Explore more:People: Alex Ferguson, Steve Bruce, Trevor Brooking, Wayne Rooney Places: Algeria, United Kingdom
