Rooney is the one to watch

It is difficult to understand how a footballer must feel when his mate receives so many plaudits in one season when you yourself have outstripped previous seasons with a better scoring record (22 and counting), including goals like this

Rooney has had a very good season. He has done everything asked of him, when more has been asked of him, particularly in the big games. And he has delivered. Fergie calls this past of growing up and feels we are seeing a more mature Rooney this season. Who am I to argue with that? United were robbed of Rooney at Stamford Bridge last season and were robbed of his influence as he got too distracted by incidents in games. I think having Ronaldo in such fine form has made Rooney better. He is part of a team that continues to push their limits and he is relishing the positive approach of Ronaldo Scholes, Carrick and Giggs in particular. Quite simply, I reckon he is having fun. It shows in his body language, his movement and his goals.

While we all marvelled at the art that was Paul Scholes’ chip against AC Milan, only one person reacted differently, only one person anticipated it, collected it and gave that pass the finish it deserved. And if you watch the end of the clip you will see him go back to the centre circle and you will see what it means to him and you will also see him call to his team mates to make it their night - something David Beckham used to do time and time again at Old Trafford. Then, after great work from Giggs, Rooney took it upon himself to win the game for United. Look at the burst of pace and the movement to get in behind his marker and look at that finish.

Rooney is obviously special but now right now he is lethal too. I have a feeling he can't wait for the games. And next up for Rooney is a trip to Everton…