Source: Daily_Mail
Manchester United's Wayne Rooney history of incidents
Wayne Rooney is in the spotlight again for reasons other than his footballing ability.[LNB]Wigan manager Roberto Martinez believes the England striker should have been sent off after catching James McCarthy with an elbow during Manchester United's 4-0 win at the DW Stadium.[LNB]Sportsmail looks at a number of on-field indiscretions Rooney has been involved in.[LNB]2004[LNB] November: Substituted after 42 minutes of the Spain v England friendly in Madrid after a series of reckless fouls. Then swore at the bench before throwing the red armband worn in memory of the late Emlyn Hughes to floor.[LNB] Disrespectful: Rooney threw his black armband on the ground in fury after being substituted[LNB]2005[LNB]September: Was a liability during England's World Cup qualifier against Northern Ireland in Belfast. Involved in a first-half flare-up with Keith Gillespie before swearing at David Beckham and pushing Rio Ferdinand.[LNB]September: Sent off for sarcastically applauding the referee after being booked for unintentionally fouling an opponent during the Champions League game against Villarreal.[LNB]2006[LNB]July 1: Sent off in the World Cup quarter-final against Portugal after appearing to stamp on the groin of Ricardo Carvalho and then push Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.[LNB] Violent: Rooney lashes out at Ricardo Carvalho before being ordered off[LNB]August 4: Sent off in an Amsterdam Tournament match against Porto after hitting defender Pepe with an elbow. He was punished with a three-match ban by the FA.[LNB]Petulant: Rooney was ordered off for a second bookable offence after throwing the ball away[LNB]2008[LNB]October: On his return to Goodison Park, Rooney kissed the Manchester United badge on his shirt, a gesture aimed in the direction of irate Everton fans. After being booked, Rooney was substituted by Sir Alex Ferguson.[LNB]2009[LNB]March: A frustrated Rooney threw the ball away to earn a second booking as United went down 2-0 at Craven Cottage. Rooney unleashed a volley of abuse at referee Phil Dowd before taking a swing at the corner flag as he left the pitch.[LNB]2010[LNB]June 7: In England's final warm-up game against Platinum Stars, Rooney was accused of swearing at the referee. He apologised after the game and offered the official his shirt.[LNB]June 18: Said 'nice to see your home fans boo you' to TV cameras after England's disappointing goalless draw with Algeria at the World Cup.[LNB] United hold breath as Clattenburg prepares to deliver his verdict on Rooney elbowHow DID Rooney get away with it? United striker in elbow stormRooney has chance to change his fortunes at Bridge of sighs...All the latest Manchester United news, features and opinion[LNB] [LNB] Explore more:People: Alex Ferguson, Cristiano Ronaldo, Keith Gillespie, David Beckham, James McCarthy, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Roberto Martinez Places: Madrid, Belfast, Spain, Portugal, Algeria, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland
