Source: USA TODAY Sports/Geoff Burke
[Saba Sports News] Washington United, a team in the
Major League Soccer, has officially announced the departure of Coach Wayne
Rooney after failing to reach the playoffs. D.C. United expressed their
gratitude to Rooney for his contributions. From being a player to a captain and
then a coach, he has been an integral part of the D.C. United family. They
wished him success in his future endeavors. According to available data, Rooney
took charge of Washington United in July 2022 and led the team to a record of
14 wins, 14 draws, and 25 losses, resulting in a win rate as low as 26.4%.
Rooney stated that he had given his best efforts and expressed regret for not
making it to the playoffs. Currently, he is unemployed with no new work
arrangements. Some fans have suggested that Rooney could return to Manchester
United as a reserve team coach.