Wayne Rooney Testimonial: Score, Reaction from Manchester United vs. Everton

Manchester United and Everton played out a 0-0 draw in an uneventful friendly game in Wayne Rooney’s testimonial match at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

All proceeds of the game went to the Wayne Rooney Foundation, as Zlatan Ibrahimovic made his home debut at the Theatre of Dreams.

The match lacked action and excitement as both Premier League teams made multiple changes through the contest.

Manager Jose Mourinho picked a strong side for kick-off as Anthony Martial and Ibrahimovic featured in attack. Everton coach Ronald Koeman included prized defender John Stones in his team as the England centre-back attempted to track United’s illustrious forwards.

The first half was a non-event and had a true testimonial feel as both teams exercised their starting XI. Rooney was lively as he dropped deep to receive the ball, but he and Ibrahimovic struggled to link up as they vacated the striker position.

Martial twice broke free on the left but lacked sharpness as he stumbled under pressure in the penalty box.

United provided media from the game via their official Twitter feed:

HT: #MUFC 0 Everton 0. The game has picked up after a cagey start, with United having the better chances so far. pic.twitter.com/zCRCXHOsW7

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 3, 2016

The Manchester Evening News’ Samuel Luckhurst gave credit to returning United defender Luke …

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