The English Football Association (FA) charged Wayne Rooney with misconduct following his red card during Plymouth Argyle’s win over Blackburn.
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Rooney charged with misconduct
The 38-year-old was sent off after kicking a bottle into the crowd due to his frustration following Rover’s equalising goal.
FA said in a statement: “The manager’s conduct in the 87th minute was allegedly improper and/or he used abusive and/or insulting towards a match official.”
“It’s further alleged that his conduct after being dismissed was improper and/or violent. It’s also alleged that by returning to the field of play after being dismissed his behaviour was improper.”
The former Manchester United and England star has until October 15 to respond to the charges.
Fortunately, Plymouth came away with a victory after Morgan Whittaker’s 97th minute goal.
He’s still passionate
Rooney was dismissed eight times during his illustrious playing career, and this is his first red card as a manager.
His assistant, Pete Shuttleworth, came to Rooney’s defense during the news conference, saying that the former midfielder is “still passionate.”
“We all watched him play for many years and we all know that passion is what drives him and he’s been brilliant down here,” Shuttleworth said.
“I’ve seen him like that – he has still got that passion on the touchline. He likes to be calm and calculated at times and see the game, and that’s his management style. You’re never going to take that [passion] out of Wayne.”
Argyle are currently 14th in the Championship table.
