Kevin Nancekivell, first-team coach at Plymouth Argyle, has spoken highly of Wayne Rooney following his departure from the club. Rooney left Argyle after a poor run of form that saw them drop to the bottom of the Championship table. Nancekivell praised Rooney's character and professionalism, describing him as 'class personified' and expressing sadness at his departure. Despite the challenges, Nancekivell and Joe Edwards led the team to a 2-2 draw against Bristol City.
Kevin Nancekivell has waxed lyrical about Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney - describing him as "class personified" following his departure from Home Park.
"What I would like to say is people see the Wayne Rooney that is the England international, and legend of world football, but they don't know him as a person and I have been privileged to get to know him. He's a super human being and a fantastic guy. Despite the challenges, Nancekivell and Edwards got the team all ready for their Championship clash with Bristol City on the following day, which resulted in a tightly contested 2-2 draw. Nancekivell also went into further detail on Rooney's departure: "Wayne rang me Monday night and Tuesday he came in.
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