Manchester United Striker Wayne Rooney Itching For World Cup

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is ready and raring to go to South Africa to represent England at the World Cup this summer.

The United talisman has self-admittedly been in the form of his career this term, with his goal tally in all competitions reaching 30 after he hit a brace in United's win over AC Milan at Old Trafford on Wednesday evening.

Despite the fact United have reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League and are involved in a tight three-team race for a fourth Premier League title in a row, Rooney can't help having his eyes on South Africa.

“You try not to think about World Cup because you need to do your job for your club."
 
“But it’s hard not to think about it. You need to focus on your job but you’re always thinking about it.

“It’s a dream to play in the World Cup for England – an unbelievable feeling.”

With Cristiano Ronaldo departing Old Trafford for Real Madrid in the summer, Rooney has been playing more as a central striker - a role he is flourishing in.

“I’m scoring more goals because I’m spending more time in the box," he added.

“I’ve been working on my timing and finishing and I’m working back less because I’ve played a lot more games up front on my own.”