Monday, August 07, 2006

ZICO JOINS THE ROONEY FAN CLUB

Former Brazilian star Zico has sung the praises of England striker Wayne Rooney and claimed: "He has the potential to be a legendary player."
Zico can even see some of the great Pele's qualities in the Manchester United forward, who turned in another five-star performance for his country in last night's World Cup qualifying victory over Poland at Old Trafford.
Zico said: "One of Pele's great qualities was that he could take any situation in his stride.
"From the little I have seen of Wayne, I think he can do that too. Great players always have the habit of being able to rise to the occasion.
"Like Pele used to, they puff out their chests and show the world who is in charge.
"I like Rooney's play very much. He is dangerous in front of goal but he is a good all-round footballer as well.
"He has the qualities I admire in a striker - pace, awareness and power.
"He is explosive too. He has the potential to be a legendary player."
Arsenal and French striker Thierry Henry has echoed Zico's sentiments, adding: "I have always said that Wayne Rooney is an amazing player, the kind of striker that any team in the world would like to have.
The England and Manchester United forward has been criticised for his petulant attitude and a lack of discipline which saw him sent off for his club last month and pick up unnecessary bookings at international level.
Questions remain over the 19-year-old's temperament and the debate continues to rage over whether his aggressive approach should be reined in but Blatter is in no doubt who should take responsibility for the teenager.
"When you play at the level he is playing he should be called to order," he said.
"Definitely his managers should be tougher on him. They should tell him 'You are so talented but keep [playing] in the right way'.
"This guy can go for 15 years but self-discipline and respect [is essential]."

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