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My favorite striker to watch Wayne Rooney was named PFA player of the year by his peers.  Rooney has scored 34 goals this season for Manchester United.  He has the respect of every player in the world only being 24 years old.  He possesses an uncanny work ethic on and off the ball, who constantly is making full field runs.  In my opinion, Rooney is one of the greatest goal scorers in the history of England football when healthy. The only downside I see in Rooney is his durability.   I see Rooney being a tremendous force for England up top at the World Cup this summer.  It could be a long night for the U.S. defense if he is firing on all cylinders.

Also,the Premier League team of the year selection drew one huge question mark for me. How does Frank Lampard not get on this list?  Lampard, in my opinion should be considered for player of the year.  He is a constant threat to goal coming out of the midfield for league leaders Chelsea.

Rooney was quoted,  “It’s a great feeling to win because it’s voted for by the players. It’s a great honour and I’m really proud.” Please checkout more quotes and the full team lists over at the BBC’s coverage.Wayne Rooney Wins PFA player of the year.