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Rooney returns as Man United aims to progress

AP | By, Glasgow
Nov 23, 2010 06:36 PM IST

Wayne Rooney returns to Manchester United's starting lineup for Wednesday's Champions League match against Rangers, with his club aiming to clinch the top spot in the group and a place in the next round.

Wayne Rooney returns to Manchester United's starting lineup for Wednesday's Champions League match against Rangers, with his club aiming to clinch the top spot in the group and a place in the next round.

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Rangers held United to a 0-0 draw at Old Trafford in September when Rooney was in a post World Cup-slump, apparently due to uncertainty over his future and a niggling ankle problem.

Both issues seem to have been resolved with Rooney signing a new five-year contract during a five-week break for treatment, leaving United with few concerns as it pursues the win that could guarantee first place and a favorable draw in the next round.

Midfielder Park Ji-sung says "we're not going there to get a point. We want to get three."

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