Humble Roo says sorry for red card

WAYNE Rooney apologised to his Manchester United team–mates for his reckless lunge on Stewart Downing - and has no plans to appeal the red card he admits he fully deserved.

Louis van Gaal’s second win as Manchester United manager against West Ham was overshadowed by Rooney’s dismissal, which came in the second half of an ill–disciplined match at Old Trafford.

In an incident not seen by officials Luke Shaw was allegedly headbutted off the ball by Diafra Sakho, who may now face retrospective punishment. Referee Lee Mason struggled to keep a lid on tensions at times in the second half.

The biggest decision the referee made came in the 59th minute when he sent off Rooney for cutting down midfielder Downing as he sprinted down field.

Rooney was glad United held on for a 2–1 win and after the final whistle the captain apologised to his players.

Rooney now looks set to miss United’s games against Everton, Chelsea and West Brom through suspension.