Rooney and Ronaldo: Sir Alex Ferguson delivers “unbelievable” verdict on ex-United duo

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has paid tribute to the legendary attacking duo Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo. The two stars joined the Red Devils from different clubs, Rooney from Everton and Ronaldo from Sporting Lisbon, in 2003. Over the next six years, they formed a formidable partnership, playing together 206 times and scoring a combined 26 goals.

Their success culminated in a European Cup triumph in 2008, with both Rooney and Ronaldo making decisive contributions in the final against Chelsea. A standout moment was Rooney's goal against Bolton Wanderers in the 2006/07 season, a dazzling display of skill and speed that demonstrated the duo's incredible chemistry. Sir Alex Ferguson, reflecting on their time together, called Rooney and Ronaldo "the best in Europe" at that point in time, praising their remarkable partnership.

The unstoppable duo helped Manchester United reclaim its status as one of the world's best teams, but the partnership ultimately ended in 2009 when Ronaldo moved to Real Madrid. Rooney stayed another eight years, eventually becoming United's all-time leading goalscorer before leaving in 2017. Sir Alex Ferguson has fondly recalled the unforgettable period with Rooney and Ronaldo, a time when the Two stars were at the pinnacle of their abilities.