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Rooney Names Beckham Greatest Passer, Ignores Scholes

3/19/2025

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Wayne Rooney has crowned David Beckham as the greatest passer in football history, leaving out icons Paul Scholes and Xavi. Scholes, a Manchester United stalwart, played a pivotal role in their title wins under Sir Alex Ferguson. Rooney, alongside legends like Ryan Giggs, helped etch United's dominance in Premier League history.

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Wayne Rooney has crowned David Beckham as the greatest passer in football history, leaving out icons Paul Scholes and Xavi. Scholes, a Manchester United stalwart, played a pivotal role in their title wins under Sir Alex Ferguson. Rooney, alongside legends like Ryan Giggs, helped etch United's dominance in Premier League history.