Birmingham City explain why they sacked Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney
manchestereveningnews.co.ukBirmingham City CEO Garry Cook has claimed recent results have cost Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney his job. Rooney was appointed by the Championship club in October after the Blues' board made the surprise decision to sack John Eustace while the club were sixth in the table.
Sadly for the ex-United man, performances and results have nose-dived. The 38-year-old did not taste victory until over a month into his new job when the West Midlands club beat Sheffield Wednesday.
Their next victory came in mid December at Cardiff City but this would be Rooney's last as manager. READ MORE: Rooney sacked by Birmingham City READ MORE: Rooney sends message to Vardy A winless run of five games over the festive period culminated on New Year's Day as Leeds United beat Rooney's men 3-0 at Elland Road.
Following the result, the United legend was jeered by his own supporters before Birmingham announced his departure on Tuesday morning.
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