Is Wayne Rooney 'world class'?

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Sir Alex Ferguson certainly thinks so. The Manchester United manager hailed Rooney as “world class” after his winning header against Manchester City in Wednesday night’s Carling Cup semi-final second leg.

19 goals this season in all competitions puts Rooney well ahead of any other striker in the Premier League, and his influence this season for the Red Devils has put the club in contention for silverware. He is integral to United and one of the finest strikers in world football.