Ibrahimovic: Ronaldo took the credit for Rooney's work
The 34-year-old says the striker's efforts were
key to the success of the Real Madrid star during
his time at Manchester United
Zlatan Ibrahimovic believes Cristiano Ronaldo took
the credit for Wayne Rooney's unselfish work
during their time together at Manchester United .
The pair helped fire United to Champions League
glory in 2008, with Ronaldo winning the Ballon d'Or
the following January for his efforts the previous
season.
However, Ibrahimovic feels Ronaldo would not
have been able to shine if it wasn't for Rooney's
hard work.
"These great players, they have their moments
over one to three years. But to continue over five
years, for 10 years the way Wayne Rooney has
done is not easy. It's pressure everyday playing
for a big team," Ibrahimovic told the BBC.
"He runs a lot, he fights a lot, he sacrifices a lot,.
"When he played with Cristiano Ronaldo all the
work was done by Rooney, but he didn't get the
credit because Ronaldo was scoring all of the
goals.
"I'd prefer to have him in my team than play
against him. I've not been lucky enough to play
with him but I enjoy seeing him on the pitch - if I
cannot play with him, I will watch him."
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