Barcelona won 3-1, with Lionel Messi, Pedro and David Villa scoring for the Catalan giants, while Rooney scored a consolation for the Reds.
But despite the crushing defeat in the final, Rooney said he brought the ball home after having the signatures of Messi, Pedro and Villa on it.
Rooney has always expressed admiration for Messi.
“In the end, I grabbed the ball and looked for Lionel Messi, David Villa and Pedro – the goalscorers for Barcelona,” he said. I was signed by them and I still have the ball in the house.“
Revealing why he brought the ball home, Rooney added: “Why would I do such a thing? We lost a final, and I was heartbroken, but I also have a feeling I’m on my side. be part of something special.”
“It feels like I’ve just played on the pitch with some of the greatest players to ever play. Barcelona is phenomenal and Messi is the catalyst for all of that.”
Thanh Vu | 09:17 12/24/2022
