MLS: Wayne Rooney stars in DC United's win

Wayne Rooney of DC United looks to pass during the DC United vs the Vancouver Whitecaps FC match in Washington DC on July 14, 2018. Pic/AFP

Wayne Rooney played a part in two goals on his MLS debut as DC United beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1. England's record goalscorer was named on the bench for DC's first game, but the striker made an impact after coming on for the last half an hour.

DC were up 1-0 thanks to a Yamil Asad strike. Rooney was involved in the build-up for the second goal by Paul Arriola. Arriola's second and DC's third was assisted by Rooney.

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