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      I made 110 appearances for Man Utd but I got more joy out of playing for Wrexham and earning £14

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      IT IS the A-list showdown they are calling the League One Clasico — an all-star clash between big spenders with even bigger dreams.A pair of Hollywood giants in Wrexham red against the seven-time Super Bowl champion and NFL legend bedecked in Birmingham blue.Wrexham owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds have transformed WrexhamCredit: GettyThe Red Dragons take on Birmingham in League One, co-owned by NFL icon Tom BradyCredit: AlamyTonight’s third-tier meeting with top-tier interest across America — never mind North Wales and the Midlands — between sides whose recent fight was for survival, not silverware.That was before the silver screen duo of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney rode into Wrexham like the 7th Cavalry — and suddenly the road to oblivion became a path to the Premier League.And then gridiron great Tom Brady became a minority owner in the Brum takeover, as last season’s Championship drop-outs began their own money-no-object march to the top.It has been an astonishing transformation for both clubs and Mickey Thomas, a Red Dragons hero from the days they bloodied noses as cup giantkillers, is loving it.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe former winger is known to many for the free-kick which helped dump top-flight champs Arsenal from the FA Cup in 1992.Yet before that stunning swansong, there were many more in his first spell at Wrexham.Not least his double in a League Cup triumph at Spurs and a fairytale run to the last eight of the Cup Winners’ Cup in 1976, before he headed for the big time at Manchester United.And Thomas, 70, was not the only one to move on.Most read in EFLFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBoyhood pal Joey Jones, a double European Cup winner at Liverpool, is the best known.But plenty more headed to brighter lights. Back then, pre-season tours were to the Isle of Man, not the USA, and the current average weekly wage of £4,000 was more than Thomas earned a year, before his 1978 United move. Inside ‘Little Wales’ some 8,000 MILES from the UK where all the signs are in Welsh & people LOVE WrexhamThat League Cup win over a Spurs side containing Glenn Hoddle was worth £14, plus a crowd bonus of £80.Even at today’s valuation of £620, it is hardly life-changing.But while the rewards for Wrexham’s current unbeaten table-toppers are jaw-dropping, there is no jealousy from Thomas — only delight at progress he hopes will continue.The Welshman said: “I don’t begrudge current players a thing, believe me.“I’m just so happy to see things change for the better.“You’ve got to realise it wasn’t about the money for me.“The dream was to be a player. It was about winning, not wages.“I turned down Tottenham, Aston Villa, Newcastle and Sunderland — all in the top division — because I wanted to play every week. But United were just too big to say ‘No’ to!Now I’m a fan and no one will be happier than me if the current Wrexham team ends up as their greatest everMickey Thomas“But to be honest, although I played 110 games for them, I always felt intimidated as the pressure was awful.“There was no mental health awareness like now and I really struggled to handle it.“That said, of course, there were some really great times as well. But I had more joy at Wrexham than anywhere.“Coming through the ranks with Joey, getting my chance off the manager John Neal, the cup runs, the wins, the laughs…“And although the goal against Arsenal at the end of my career is always mentioned, the best one I ever scored was when we won at Spurs.“I got two in that game that night and one was a half-volley which flew past Pat Jennings and into the top corner.“And when we went down the tunnel at half-time, Big Pat was waiting for me and I’m thinking, ‘Aye aye, what’s going on?’“He had huge hands and he put out his right one to shake mine and said, ‘I’d never heard of you but I think I’ll do so a lot in the future — that was a great goal, well done’.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I had nine great years at Wrexham but my time has gone.“Now I’m a fan and no one will be happier than me if the current team ends up as their greatest ever.”Mickey Thomas scored a memorable FA Cup goal against Arsenal in 1992Credit: AlamyThe Red Dragons stars celebrate their FA Cup shotCredit: GettyThomas struggled to enjoy his spell at Old TraffordCredit: PA:Empics SportThomas is happy now to watch his former side Wrexham as a fanCredit: Getty More

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      Fuming Cristian Romero reposts tweet blaming Tottenham for refusing to arrange private jet before derby loss to Arsenal

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      CRISTIAN ROMERO reposted a claim on social media that he was tired during the North London derby.And the post suggested his fatigue was because Tottenham did not lay on a private jet for him to return from international duty.Cristian Romero reposted a tweet that appeared to claim he was tired due to Spurs’ decision not to offer him a private jet before the North London derbyCredit: GettyThe centre-back, known as ‘Cuti’, played in Argentina’s 2-1 defeat in Colombia on Wednesday, five days prior to Sunday’s 1-0 home loss to Arsenal.National federations are responsible for arranging flights for their players to and from the countries where they are playing domestically.But some clubs are known to organise private travel at their own cost to get their stars home quicker from international duty.Spurs generally do not do this and felt no need to this week for Romero, specifically because Thursday was a day off for Ange Postecoglou’s squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLYet prominent Argentine TV reporter Gaston Edul wrote on X, which Romero retweeted, a post in Spanish that translated to: “Tottenham lost to Arsenal again. “They weren’t able to fight until the end because they weren’t across the details.“It was the only Premier League club that made their international players return, on their own and without proper logistics, on the decision of the club’s leadership.“They gave away the advantage because their players arrived with less rest than the others: Cuti Romero played with tiredness.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRomero later deleted his repost of Edul’s tweet.The 26-year-old centre-back was at fault for Arsenal’s winner, being easily shrugged off by Gabriel at a corner which the Brazilian defender then headed home in the 64th minute.Ange Postecoglou appears to promise Tottenham fans a trophy THIS SEASON in feisty interview after Arsenal loss, X Sky Sports PLThough some, including Arsenal legend Paul Merson, felt the Argentine was pushed in the build-up to the goal.Arsenal’s 1-0 win is the Gunners’ third victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a row.This time doing it without a number of their top stars including both Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.Arsenal ratings vs Spurs as Gabriel is the hero in feisty North London derbyGABRIEL headed in the only goal of the game as a depleted Arsenal snatched all three points in the North London Derby.Here’s how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the Gunners players…DAVID RAYA – 8/10Commanded his area well, and was a safe pair of hands throughout the game. Another great showing in what has been a spectacular start for the Spanish stopper. JURRIEN TIMBER – 7Did well from an attacking perspective, charging down the left hand side on various occasions. Solid defensively too against Spurs’ flying right side of Johnson and Porro.Some would argue he should’ve been sent off for a challenge on Pedro Porro in the first half, but he escaped despite squaring up to Vicario in the aftermath.WILLIAM SALIBA – 8A really good recovery challenge in the first half to deny Dominic Solanke, despite being booked early on.You can always count on Saliba to put in a solid display, and he didn’t disappoint today with fantastic passing out from the back too. GABRIEL – 9A fantastic defensive showing throughout, reinforced with a towering header inside the box to give his side the lead from a set piece (shock). Has formed an impeccable partnership with Saliba, personified by their heartwarming celebration together after the opener. He’s the man. BEN WHITE – 6Gave away the ball in a dangerous position in the first half, with Solanke failing to capitalise and had a tough first half against the quick feet of Heung Min-Son.Was not able to demonstrate the dangerous right-hand side overlap we saw work so effectively last season, but wasn’t threatened in the second 45.JORGINHO – 4Struggled to replace the suspended Declan Rice for this North London derby, whom the Gunners really missed.A tough task, but didn’t come close to matching Rice’s intensity or ability to drive the ball up the pitch which left Arsenal weak in the forward areas.THOMAS PARTEY – 5Struggled in transition with Jorginho alongside him, another player who felt the full force of no Rice and Odegaard.Not fast enough with or without the ball, and will need to perk his ideas up for City next week. GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 6Looked like a bright spark with his running and forward movement, but was let down by his end product or lack thereof.Worked really really hard throughout, just looks short of confidence in the last actions. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 6Dropping deeper into more of a midfield role than he’s used to today, it should be noted that he did a job for the team when they needed him. Not the flying efficiency machine we have seen him be from the bench, but his versatility will be needed this season it seems. BUKAYO SAKA – 7Didn’t make the kind of impact on the game we are used to seeing from the brilliant Bukayo Saka, and looked less of a threat without Martin Odegaard to combine with. Did some really good defensive work nonetheless, and delivered the perfect corner to claim the assist for Gabriel’s opener. KAI HAVERTZ – 6A good header in the first half was saved well by Vicario in the spurs net – actually made more clearances (3) than he managed shots on target (2) in the first 45. Was a handful for the Spurs defence, but largely nullified by the pace and power of Mickey Van de Ven and Cristian Romero.  More

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      Watch astonishing phantom goal as furious fans call for ‘entire refereeing team to be arrested’

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      FANS have called for a referee to be arrested after he awarded a phantom goal.Montenegrin first division side Decic benefited from some questionable officiating during their 1-1 draw with Jedinstvo.Montenegrin side Decic were awarded a ‘phantom goal’ against JedinstvoJedinstvo goalkeeper Goran Akovic smothered a header from Caique ChagasHe got his whole body behind the ball to stop it crossing the lineBut the officials bizarrely awarded a goalIn the 40th minute midfielder Caique Chagas headed a cross towards goal.Jedinstvo goalkeeper Goran Akovic just about managed to smother the ball to prevent it from crossing the line, yet the referee bizarrely awarded a goal.The ball did not even touch the line yet alone cross it, as Akovic made it clear he got his body behind the ball.But the ref gave a goal which sparked uproar from the Jedinstvo players, who rushed towards the linesman to protest.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLFans on X slammed the decision and one even called for arrests to be made.One supporter reacted saying: “You just need to casually walk in and arrest the entire refereeing team and a few others from the administration.”Another added: “Not even close.”A third wrote: “A goalkeeper with his whole body in the field… unbelievable!”Most read in FootballAnother referee who came under fire this weekend was Jarred Gillett after he failed to send off Jurrien Timber in the North London derby.The Arsenal defender was booked for a reckless tackle on Pedro Porro which some believed wanted a red card.Derby County head coach Paul Warne jokes about Ebou Adams’ miss in the closing minutesHe then grabbed Gugliemoi Vicario by the shirt but escaped a second yellow, despite the Tottenham keeper being booked. More

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      Premier League accused of belated ‘attempt to justify Declan Rice red card’ as astonishing new record is set

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      FANS have accused the Premier League of issuing several yellow cards this weekend to justify Declan Rice’s red card last month. A record 65 yellow cards were handed out – setting a new Premier League matchday record.Fans have accused the Premier League of issuing several yellow cards this weekend to justify Declan Rice’s red card last monthOn August 31 Rice had been booked for a first-half foul and picked up a second yellow card in a decision that changed the game with Joao Pedro equalising for Brighton.Boss Mikel Arteta said he was “amazed” by the decision from ref Kavanagh – and criticised the inconsistency shown by the officials.And to justify the controversial decision Premier League referees went in full force this weekend in handing out yellow cards.A record-breaking 14 yellow cards were handed out in Chelsea’s 1-0 victory to Bournemouth.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSWhile a further eight were awarded in the North London derby on Sunday.Fans are now claiming the league had something to “prove” this weekend after Rice’s sending-off led to a suspension that saw him miss the crucial clash against rivals Spurs.One supporter said: “65 yellow cards (a league record) for a Premier League matchday coming immediately after the noise around Declan Rice’s two yellows surely not coincidental. Feels very much like a ‘lets prove we actually book players a lot’ directive that is quietly scrapped within weeks.”While another added: “They have to justify the Declan Rice by just dishing out yellow cards to anyone this weekend.”Most read in FootballA third then said the flood of yellows was “All because of the RICE red card.”But despite the several cards that were thrown around this weekend the Gunners only received three.Premier League panel reveal why referee was right to send off Arsenal star Declan Rice against BrightonAfter William Saliba, Jurrien Timber and skipper Jorginho were all shown yellows.And it was Chelsea who received the most cards after nine of their stars were flagged by the ref.Who recieved 65 of the yellow cards this weekend?Mainoo Eriksen FernandesCornet Stephens (RED)Morsy Minteh Phillips Hutchinson HinshelwoodVeltmanVerbruggenNdidiAyew Coady Lukic RodriguezAlvarezSolerNelsonMorenoYates Sels Gravenberch Szoboszlai ElangaAlexander-ArnoldKovacicSavinhoStonesCollins NdiayeIroegbunamMartinez Young O’Brien ChristieFofanaCook SmithCucurellaSanchez Jackson Colwill SanchoKluivert Senesi Veiga Felix SemenyoSaliba UdogieBentancur Timber Vicario Kulusevski Van de VenJorginhoJoelintonBurn Ait-Nouri SemedoAndre Murphy More

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      I’m England star who made over 100 appearances for Chelsea – but I wish I’d left when I was 16

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      HE was supposed to be the next big thing at Chelsea.He made his debut aged just 18 under Jose Mourinho.A former Chelsea star was tipped to be the next club legendCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe was part of the title-winning squad in 2016-17Credit: Getty – ContributorBut in the end, he wishes he left sooner – because staying at Stamford Bridge shunted his progress.Ruben Loftus-Cheek racked up more than 150 appearances for his boyhood club, first joining the academy aged eight.He chipped in with 13 goals and 17 assists – plus got his hands on three trophies, including the Premier League and Europa League.But arguably his loan spells at Crystal Palace and Fulham provided his best football.READ MORE ON CHELSEALoftus-Cheek, who earned his ten England caps from 2017 to 2018 including four at the World Cup, did leave Chelsea permanently after 19 years in 2023, joining AC Milan in Italy.In his impressive debut season at the San Siro, he racked up ten goals in 40 appearances.And now he looks back wishing he made the call to quit Chelsea sooner for the benefit of his career.Now 28, Loftus-Cheek told The Times: “I think if you’re a youngster, seven or eight years old, and you’ve signed with Chelsea, fantastic.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Because it’s a great academy and you’ll learn how to play football, you’ll develop your skills there and a great coach is coaching you.”But it gets to a point, maybe at 15, 16, where you’re getting to that stage where it’s youth-team football.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth: Sanchez excellent but returning Palmer puts on lifeless display”And you might want to start thinking about going and playing somewhere else. Because it’s very difficult now to just go straight through.”The best way to develop is by playing games and playing men’s football.”And it’s easier to do that somewhere else at a lower club. And I feel like that’s what I missed out on, I think.”Like Loftus-Cheek, homegrown talents Conor Gallagher, Lewis Hall, Mason Mount, Ethan Ampadu and Callum Hudson-Odoi have all been sold by Chelsea in recent years.That has helped balance the books for Todd Boehly’s mega spending and create space in the squad for the host of expensive signings.Ruben Loftus-Cheek joined Chelsea aged eight in 2004Credit: GettyThe midfielder is now with AC Milan in ItalyCredit: GettyHe earned ten caps including playing at the 2018 World CupCredit: PA:Press AssociationPlayers signed under Boehly at ChelseaRaheem Sterling – £50mKalidou Koulibaly £33mGabriel Slonina – £8mCarney Chukweumeka – £20mMarc Cucurella – £57.5mCesare Casadei – £13.3mWesley Fofana – £70mPierre-Emerick Aubameyang – £10.3mDenis Zakaria – £2.7m (Loan fee)David Datro Fofana – £10.6mBenoit Badiashile – £33.7mAndrey Santos – £11.1mJoao Felix – £9.7m (Loan fee)Mykhailo Mudryk – £62m Noni Madueke – £30mMalo Gusto – £26.75mEnzo Fernandez – £107.8mChristopher Nkunku – £52mDiego Moreira – FREENicolas Jackson – £31.5mAngelo Gabriel – £13mLesley Ugochukwu – £23.3mAxel Disasi – £38.9mRobert Sanchez – £20mMoises Caicedo – £115mRomeo Lavia – £53.2mDeivid Washington – £13.7mCole Palmer – £40.1mDjordje Petrovic – £13.6mTosin Adarabioyo – FREEMarc Guiu – £5.1mCaleb Wiley – £8.63mRenato Veiga – £12mAarón Anselmino – £14mOmari Kellyman – £19.2mFilip Jorgensen – £21mKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – £30.2mPedro Neto – £51mJoao Felix – £42.6mMike Penders – £17m More

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      Lamine Yamal applauded off by opposition fans as he leads Barcelona to crushing 4-1 win over Champions League rivals

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      LAMINE YAMAL continues to impress at such a young age, so much so that opposition fans are clapping him off the pitch.The 17-year-old received a round of applause from Girona fans today as he trudged off the pitch having netted twice to sink Barcelona’s Catalonia rivals 4-1.Lamine Yamal was applauded by both sets of fans after his performance in Barcelona’s 4-1 win over GironaCredit: GettyYamal netted twice in the local derbyCredit: GettyYamal sparked Barcelona into life with two first half goals, setting the tone for Hansi Flick’s side to thrash their local enemies.The teenager, who shone for Euro 2024 winners Spain in the summer, netted his first by stealing the ball away from a Girona defender and cooly dispatching an effort past keeper Paulo Gazzaniga.While his second has a delightful curled effort from just inside the area which nestled into the bottom corner.Summer signing Dani Olmo and fellow La Masia product Pedri added the other two goals as Barcelona went on to win 4-1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut all the attention was on Yamal’s spectacular performance with the youngster being showered with love from both sets of fans as he was substituted for Gerard Martin in the 92nd minute.His goals today take his tally in La Liga this season to an astonishing three goals and four assists in just five league games. In fact, the talented winger hasn’t gone a single league game this season without registering a goal contribution.And today’s efforts were no breeze either with Girona a Champions League side who will take on the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, AC Milan and PSG in the new league phase of the competition.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSYamal continues to break record thanks to his meteoric rise at such a young age.Today’s double makes him the youngest player in La Liga history to score a first half brace.Yamal destroys Rabiot on and off the pitch after France star sparked ’embarrassing’ feud with Spanish teen While his efforts in the Euros saw him become the youngest player to ever score in the Euros – doing so at just 16 YEARS OLD.Fans are convinced he’s the real deal too with many gushing about him after his performance against Girona.One wrote: “Erling Haaland and Lamine Yamal are the best players in the world right now.”While another added: “Generational talent. What a player. What a performance.”A third commented: “Best right winger in the world.”And a fourth gushed: “He’s destined for greatness.”Lamine Yamal’s astonoshing recordsA look at some of Lamine Yamal’s incredible records…Youngest player to start a La Liga game Youngest player to provide an assist in La LigaYoungest La Liga goalscorerYoungest El Clasico playerYoungest Champions League assist providerYoungest Spanish Super Cup debutant and scorerYoungest brace in La LigaYoungest player in Champions League knockoutsYoungest Champions League quarter finalistYoungest player to play 10 Champions League gamesYoungest player to make 50 appearances for BarcelonaYoungest provider of an assist in the Euros the European Championships Youngest player in the knock out stage of the EurosYoungest goalscorer in the European ChampionshipsYoungest player in a Euros finalYoungest player to win a major international trophy More

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      Wolves 1 Newcastle 2: Fabian Schar and Harvey Barnes thunderbolts secure stunning comeback win for Eddie Howe’s men

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      WERE you watching Paul Mitchell?Eddie Howe and his Magpies couldn’t have sent out a clearer message to their new sporting director following his recent toxic comments.Harvey Barnes picked out the top corner with his stunning winnerCredit: AlamyThe goal sparked wild celebrations for the travelling Toon ArmyCredit: GettyMitchell controversially questioned Howe’s transfer dealings, claiming the club’s transfer strategy was “not fit for purpose” – raising fears of a civil war brewing at St James’ Park.Well, Howe’s buys looked pretty good value for money here, in front of their watching critic – who failed to get Marc Guehi’s deal over the line this summer.Meanwhile, two Howe bargains, Harvey Barnes and Nick Pope proved their worth, turning this game on its head as the Magpies made it three wins out of four.They cost Howe less than £50million for the pair and looked sensational value for money.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLBarnes produced a sensational winner ten minutes from the end as he exchanged passes with Joe Willock, then brushed aside a tame challenge from sub Matt Doherty before unleashing a 23-yarder high into the top corner.While we were still catching our breath, Wolves piled forward in search of a stoppage-time equaliser and thought they had it when Matheus Cunha sent a volley towards the far corner.However, Pope hurled himself to his left to claw the ball to safety.Both earned their bonus.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSX usually marks the spot where this fixture is concerned – especially for those who like a flutter.A staggering 61 per cent of the Premier League meetings between this pair (11 out of 18) have ended in a draw.How much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsorsThat’s the highest percentage of any Premier League game to have been played at least 15 times.Throw in the fact Wolves had drawn seven of their last nine Premier home games against Newcastle and it was clear this affair was likely to be tighter than an Aberdonian on flag day.And so it proved.Wolves just managed to edge an edgy first 45 minutes, which was short on clear-cut scoring chances, thanks to a brilliant counter-attacking goal which had Gary O’Neil purring in delight.Joao Gomes nipped in to nick possession from Sean Longstaff and the ball was rapidly shifted out to Jorgen Strand Larsen wide on the right.The Norwegian hitman tormented Dan Burn with a cross which flew between the defender’s legs as it flashed across the face of the Geordie’s goal.Gomes had carried on his run and brilliantly dummied the ball to leave Fabian Schar floundering.And Mario Lemina stole in at the back stick to gleefully fire into an empty net from six yards to open the scoring.Talk about a sucker punch.Lemina then fluffed a decent chance to double Wolves’ lead just before the break when his attempted pass to Cunha broke back to him off Burn.However, with the goal at his mercy, the Gabon international screwed his left foot shot hopelessly wide.Newcastle will feel they should have gone in at least on level terms after they came so close to breaking the deadlock following a bright start.Jacob Murphy tested Sam Johnstone with a first-time effort from Alexander Isak’s pass but the ‘keeper brilliantly flipped the ball over with his fingertips.Then, midway through the first half Anthony Gordon cursed his luck after coming so close to opening the scoring.The in-form England winger left Nelson Semedo for dead then brushed off Yerson Mosquera before curling a right-footer which beat Johnstone, only to smack off the far post.By half-time, Howe had seen enough and turned to his bench to make a triple substitution.Joelinton, Isak and Longstaff were told their services were no longer required as they were replaced by Sandro Tonali, Barnes and Joe Willock.Bruno Guimaraes had a long-range effort palmed away by Johnstone before Craig Dawson survived a penalty appeal.VAR agreed with ref Chris Kavanagh that there was no intent as the defender’s arm caught the ball as he fell following a challenge from Willock.Wolves came close to putting the game out of sight but Larsen crashed a shot off the base of Pope’s post before the Norwegian saw a header scrambled away by the keeper.Then Cunha unleashed a ferocious shot which Pope diverted with his left glove.Wolves paid a heavy price as Newcastle then snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.Schar hauled them level with a sensational strike to celebrate his return after a three-match ban.Willock fed Bruno who laid the ball into the defender’s path, Lemina was sluggish to close down and from 25 yards Schar smashed the ball into the top corner with the help of a slight deflection off Dawson.But Newcastle weren’t content to settle for a draw and five minutes later Barnes produced his brilliant solo strike.READ MORE SUN STORIESThen, in stoppage time, Pope reacted brilliantly to keep Cunha’s volley out at full-stretch to secure all three points.And give Mitchell a timely reminder of their worth.Mario Lemina opened the scoring after a wonderful dummyCredit: GettyFabian Schar, No5, got Newcastle level in styleCredit: RexSam Johnstone had no chance in goalCredit: AFPNewcastle wanted a penalty for this possible handball by Craig DawsonCredit: GettyWolves are still without a win so far this seasonCredit: Reuters More

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      Absolutely love this!’ – Watch Wayne Rooney go wild as his Plymouth side win first league game with 93rd minute strike

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      WAYNE ROONEY was over the moon after Plymouth Argyle clinched their first Championship victory against Sunderland on Saturday.Joe Edwards scored in the third minute of stoppage time, securing a 3-2 win for Plymouth, their first second-division win under the Manchester United legend.Wayne Rooney was over the moon after Plymouth Argyle clinched their first Championship victoryCredit: RexPlymouth beat Sunderland 3-2 on Saturday.Credit: RexThe goal ignited wild celebrations among Pilgrims fans at Home Park, as they watched their team climb out of the relegation zone.Rooney’s joy was evident on the touchline, with new footage capturing his reaction to Edwards’ decisive goal.Initially, it took the manager a moment to register the goal, but then he threw his fists in the air, screaming in delight before celebrating with his coaching staff.And the celebration ended up going viral on social media with one fan saying they “absolutely love this” clip of the 38-year-old boss.READ MORE ON WAYNE ROONEYAnother added: “How can you not be buzzing and happy for Rooney after that winner! Incredible feeling and those scenes yesterday is why we love football!”A third then put: “I’ve never wanted someone to succeed so much in my life… So many want to see him fail but, it’s clear that he cares. My Gaffer.”Rooney continued to pump his fists and shout although he quickly regained his composure for the final moments of the match.Plymouth held on for the win, with the home crowd chanting the manager’s name at full-time.Most read in FootballAfter the clash, Rooney said: “It was a good game. We were always in the game, even at 1-0 down I think we ended the first half okay.”But we just needed a bit more energy, a bit more tempo and a bit more creativity, more crosses, more shots on goal, which I thought we did all in the second half.Moment Man Utd icon Wayne Rooney with Celtic top ahead of legends clash as he admits ‘I don’t know if it will fit now'”We were very good in the second half and over the course of 90 minutes, I felt we just deserved to win.”Plymouth suffered a 4-0 defeat to Sheffield Wednesday in their opening match of the new Championship season.Following this, Plymouth recorded 1-1 draws against Hull City and QPR and then suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Stoke City.However, their victory against Sunderland marked their second win of the season in all competitions having previously knocked Cheltenham Town out of the Carabao Cup.Plymouth currently sit 16th in the Championship with five points but they are about to face a challenging series of fixtures.Next weekend they will be hosted by promotion hopefuls West Brom.Following that Luton Town will visit Home Park on September 27 and their first test in October will be an away game against Burnley. More