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Champions League: Manchester United boss David Moyes hails 'world class' Wayne Rooney

Image: David Moyes praises 200-goal Wayne Rooney

David Moyes praised the performance of his Manchester United side and in particular Wayne Rooney after Tuesday's 4-2 victory over Bayer Leverkusen.

Following speculation over the summer that Rooney could be on his way out of Old Trafford, the striker said after the match: "I've concentrated on working hard to get my head down to get myself fit and ready for the season. "I'm delighted with the way I've come back and delighted I'm back playing and scoring goals. "The fans have been brilliant, they have been fantastic with me. It's great the reception I get here and hopefully I can replay them with performances and goals like tonight." Robin van Persie has admitted he loves playing with the newest member of Manchester United's 200-club and said: "I love to play alongside Wayne. He has a bit of everything. He can go up front, he can play in behind. He can play the short game and the longer game. "I was very pleased with our team performance," added Van Persie. "I thought we played well. When we had the ball we were very confident on it and everyone did their bit."

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