ROONEY CONFIDENT, AND HAS A DIG AT KENYON TOO

Last updated : 15 August 2005 By eD

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"This is a good start to the season but we have keep it going.

"We came here wanting to show everyone what we are capable of and get a good start to the season."

"I feel fit and sharp and I hope I can take that right through into the World Cup.

"Considering the tough competition from Chelsea and Arsenal, it's vital to win every game, and certainly to get three points on the board straight away.

"They are two great teams and they will be tough all the way but hopefully we can continue like this and be right up there at the end of the season with them."

About his goal:

"It was a brilliant feeling. It was a big relief because every time I come back the pressure will be on me to score. To score and kill the game off was brilliant.

"The crowd spurs me on. The fans will always be hostile towards me, but I expect that. I was an Everton player and now I have joined United. I will take it as it comes and keep putting in the performances like I did in this one.

"I am a professional footballer for United now. The fans gave me a bit of stick but that is part of the game. You move on.

"As for the goal, it was a real blow for them. Joseph Yobo is a good player so I was surprised to say the least. I was just about to turn away when I saw the ball rolling across the area.

"I didn't know whether to take a touch or not I was so surprised. I almost had too much time."