
The Digest:
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has criticised Arsenal's celebrations following their Champions League semi-final victory over Atletico Madrid. Arsenal advanced to the final with a 2-1 aggregate win after Bukayo Saka's late first-half goal in the second leg at the Emirates Stadium. The final whistle sparked jubilant scenes as Arsenal players celebrated for an extended period in front of their fans. Rooney, a Champions League winner with United in 2008, told Prime Video: "They haven't won it yet. I believe the celebrations are a bit too intense. Celebrate when you win."
Key Points:
- Rooney believes Arsenal are celebrating prematurely before the final.
- Arsenal will face either Bayern Munich or PSG in the Champions League final.
- The Gunners reached their first final since 2006 after a 2-1 aggregate win.
- Rooney's comments have sparked debate among rival fans.
- Arsenal are now one win away from their first-ever European Cup.
Watch the Champions League final on May 30 to see if Arsenal can prove Rooney wrong.
Sources: Soccerenet, Goal