By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
NewsunplugNewsunplugNewsunplug
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Reading: He’s always thinking of Rice – Rooney criticises Chelsea’s James
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
NewsunplugNewsunplug
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Search
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Newsunplug > Blog > Sports > He’s always thinking of Rice – Rooney criticises Chelsea’s James
Sports

He’s always thinking of Rice – Rooney criticises Chelsea’s James

Godson
Last updated: March 17, 2025 2:44 pm
Godson Published March 17, 2025
Share
SHARE

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has criticised Chelsea captain Reece James following the Blues’ 1-0 Premier League defeat to Arsenal on Sunday.

Rooney said James “struggled all game” against Arsenal, adding that he was constantly focused on Declan Rice throughout the encounter.

According to him, man-marking Rice proved too big a task for James.

Mikel Merino’s first-half header secured all three points for the Gunners against Enzo Maresca’s side.

Speaking about James on Match of the Day 2, Rooney said:
“I just felt that Reece James had a job to do today, and he was man-marking Declan Rice—which, coming back from injury, is very difficult to do.

“I felt he struggled all game. He’s trying to play the role the manager has given him, but I think he found it tough.

“If we have a look at it here [screenshot below], you can see Reece James staying close to Declan Rice.

“But as play progresses, Reece James is always thinking about Declan Rice—there’s no other thought in his head.

“Thomas Partey moves into the space [screenshot below] and receives the ball unchallenged, which was a recurring theme throughout the game. Nothing comes of this particular instance, but once again, Reece James is simply following Declan Rice everywhere.”

You Might Also Like

‘What was the point?’ Arsenal fans return to ask hard question of Arteta selection after Bournemouth defeat

#LaLiga: Never accept to be second – Messi tells Barcelona stars

#EPL: Harry Kane named England’s only world-class player

Transfer: Jack Wilshere gives verdict on Arteta forcing striker out of Arsenal

Virgil van Dijk’s staggering Liverpool salary revealed as defender handed astronomical contract

Quick Link

  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Sleepy0
Angry0
Dead0
Wink0

Recent Posts

  • Vatican sets May 18 for Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV
  • Woman reveals conditions her father gave to allow her fiancé stay in their home
  • #UCL: That’s nonsense – Carragher knocks Arteta over comments after Arsenal’s exit
  • Liverpool superstar, Mohamed Salah is named FWA Footballer of the Year
  • I’m leaving Bayer Leverkusen – Xabi Alonso confirms ahead of Real Madrid switch

Recent Comments

No comments to show.

Categories

  • ES Money
  • U.K News
  • The Escapist
  • Insider
  • Science
  • Technology
  • LifeStyle
  • Marketing

About US

We influence 20 million users and is the number one business and technology news network on the planet.
Quick Link
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Top Categories
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index

Subscribe US

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

[mc4wp_form]

Top Categories

  • Entertainment

Categories

  • ES Money
  • U.K News
  • The Escapist
  • Insider
  • Science
  • Technology
  • LifeStyle
  • Marketing

About US

We influence 20 million users and is the number one business and technology news network on the planet.
Quick Link
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Top Categories
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index

Subscribe US

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

[mc4wp_form]
© 2023 Newsunplug | All Rights Reserved.
adbanner
AdBlock Detected
Our site is an advertising supported site. Please whitelist to support our site.
Okay, I'll Whitelist
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?