#5 Hull City, Premier League 2013
Claimed by Rooney himself to be one of his best, the Manchester United no.10 scored an absolute beauty against Hull City to bring them back level in the match. United eventually went on to win the game and Rooney’s goal sparked the comeback.
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After the ball ricocheted off of a Hull defender just outside the box, Rooney reacted quickest to take one touch before hitting one of the sweetest strikes ever as the ball rose and dipped into the goal ahead of the jumping keeper. The accuracy and ability of the goal coupled with how sweet the ball came off his foot make it one of his best goals and he admitted as much.
#4 vs. West Ham, Premier League 2014
In a season that was mostly dull under David Moyes, Rooney provided a moment of pure genius to replicate a certain David Beckham’s long-range goal from a couple of decades back. It happened against West Ham and was a treat to witness.
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After dispossessing the West Ham defender just inside their half, Rooney looked up and unleashed a delightful lob that surprised Adrian who could not scramble back in time. The goal showcased Rooney’s ability as well as judgement to execute such a shot. It became even more memorable with David Beckham in the stands to see it happen in front of his own eyes and his expression says it all.
