Monday, August 07, 2006

KLINSMANN: DON'T OVER-BURDEN ROONEY

Jurgen Klinsmann has warned England supporters not to place too much expectation on the shoulders of Wayne Rooney.
Germany coach Klinsmann, who may have to find a way to contain the Manchester United youngster, recognises Rooney as a fearsome talent but fears the 20-year-old may get over-burdened.
Klinsmann knows plenty about the difficulties of pressure himself having led the German line at three World Cups.
The former Tottenham striker told the League Managers Association website: "Wayne Rooney is, undoubtedly, one of the most talented young players in the world today.
"He has shown that he can perform exceptionally well on football's major stages as evidenced in Portugal at Euro 2004 and in many of his performances in the UEFA Champions League.
"Rooney is that rare player who appears to play by intuition and is able to change the course of a game with powerful runs, strong shooting and incisive passing.
"I hope that fans and the media do not burden him with the expectations of an entire country.
"He is surrounded by other established and accomplished players, who can and will, contribute to the team's performance."

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