"The last league title we won we weren't great as a team, but no one is going back to that now saying oh, that Man United team who won that last title weren't great, said Rooney on the BBC's Wayne Rooney Show. I don't think they've been as bad as what people are saying, I really don't. I'm not saying this because I like Arsenal, I'm saying this because I think it's very unfair, the criticism they are receiving."
Wayne Rooney has publicly defended Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta against criticism of the team's playing style and tactics. Arsenal currently leads the Premier League by seven points and remains in contention for a quadruple after advancing to the FA Cup quarter-finals. Critics, including former manager Alan Pardew, have accused Arsenal of employing overly functional tactics and time-wasting. Rooney argues this criticism is unfair, noting that successful teams throughout history have not been judged harshly for their methods after winning titles. He contends Arsenal's performance does not warrant the level of negative commentary they are receiving.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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