Monday, March 14, 2011

Rooney, Determined to retake the FA Cup





former Everton striker had become one of the decisive victory over rival Red Devils weight, Arsenal, when both teams met at Old Trafford on Saturday (12 / 3). After Fabio Da Silva scored the opening goal in the 28th minute, Rooney secured United's place in the semi-finals via his goal four minutes after the whistle had blown kick off the second half.

Rooney had twice previously reached the FA Cup final with Manchester United, but ended with defeat in the second chance. In 2005 ago, the striker has become part of United who lost to Arsenal in the top match of the tournament. Two years later, Sir Alex Ferguson's troops were defeated by Chelsea.

However, this season, United are still participating after they beat the Gunners and ensure a place in the semifinals, where troops Ferguson will meet with their rivals, Manchester City, to get a place in the final.

Although still two more steps to be able to lift the FA Cup, Rooney is hoping this year he can help his team bring the trophy to Old Trafford. "I want to win the FA Cup," said Rooney as reported by The Mirror.

"I never lost in two finals, so the desire was there in my mind. This is a great tournament to be played and we want to try to win. We have a great chance this year," added the England international striker.

However, it seems United's current concentration will first return to the European scene, where the Red Devils will host Marseille at Old Trafford