Manchester United legends took to the pitch at Old Trafford in a charity match against Celtic, and their performance left fans reminiscing about the club’s glory days.
The likes of Wayne Rooney, Dimitar Berbatov, and Michael Carrick rolled back the years, with many supporters jokingly suggesting the current squad should be replaced by the former stars.
Rooney and Berbatov Steal the Show
The legendary Wayne Rooney opened the scoring with a stunning free-kick, reminding everyone of his incredible ability. His link-up play with Dimitar Berbatov was seamless, just like the old days.
Berbatov, known for his graceful style, also impressed as he worked well with Rooney to create chances. Michael Carrick, meanwhile, showed he still had the magic, weaving through the Celtic defense with ease.
Fans quickly took to social media, praising the performances of the retired stars. Some even suggested that the legends would still be better options than the current squad.
One fan posted, “Terminate the contracts of the current United players and bring back the legends,” while another wrote, “Current Rooney starts ahead of Rashford, and I’m not even trolling.”
Calls for the Legends to Return
The positive reaction to the legends’ performance highlights the frustration many fans feel about Manchester United’s recent struggles.
After a rocky start to the Premier League season, with two losses in their first three games, some supporters are yearning for the consistency and flair the legends brought to the club in the past.
One fan commented, “Wazza still has the technical ability to play for Manchester United more than our current squad.”
Despite winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup under manager Erik ten Hag, United’s performances have been inconsistent, and last season’s eighth-place finish in the Premier League was a disappointment.
The club’s poor showing in the Champions League has only added to the frustration.
Rooney’s Celtic Connection
In a post-match interview, Wayne Rooney revealed that he had always admired Celtic and even dreamed of playing for the Scottish club before he retired.
“Celtic has always been a team I have followed and wanted to win. Unfortunately, I did not get the opportunity to play for Celtic, but I would have liked to,” Rooney said.
As the Red Devils look to bounce back from their shaky start to the season, fans will be hoping the current crop of players can channel the spirit of the legends who thrilled them at Old Trafford once more.
