Wayne Rooney has brought the curtain down on 13 successful years at Manchester United after rejoining boyhood club Everton on a two-year deal. The 31-year-old departs Old Trafford having savoured numerous highs in UEFA club competition, not least helping the Red Devils clinch the UEFA Champions League in 2008 and the UEFA Europa League last season.The club's all-time top scorer also holds United's goals record in Europe after he nudged past Ruud van Nistelrooy with his 39th effort in November. As he ends his stay, UEFA.com looks back at six of his most unforgettable moments in continental competition.
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Why do Roma fans love Francesco Totti?
Francesco Totti brings down the curtain on his Roma career on Sunday, with the Serie A home game against Genoa his final appearance. First fielded by his beloved Giallorossi in 1993, and having gone on to feature in 25 successive Serie A seasons, the 40-year-old forward has long since assumed legendary status for the club. UEFA.com explains why half of the Italian capital choose him as their king. He never deserted the clubA debutant under Vujadin Boškov in 1993, Totti has only had eyes for the Giallorossi. "Roma is everything to me, everything a person can want: passion, love, joy – the team
Tears and joy as curtain comes down
© Getty ImagesTHE DAY REPLAYED - The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup 2012 in Azerbaijan came to a fitting end on Saturday with a tense and thrilling final between France and Korea DPR. The sides could not be separated in normal time, but Les Bleuettes finally overcame the determined and skilful Asians on penalties to seal their maiden triumph in this tournament. The Europeans were worthy champions too, as they won four, drew two, and lost none of their six matches. That represents tournament play of the highest order, also reflected in the award of the adidas Golden Ball for the best player to outstanding defender Griedge Mbock Bathy. Earlier in the day, Ghana made history as Mas-Ud Dramani’s side