The DC United coach participates in the Dubai International Sports Conference

Wayne Rooney: Dubai is a favorite destination for me and my family at all times of the year

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The former England and Manchester United star, Wayne Rooney, confirmed that he is a fan of Dubai, indicating that he visits it several times throughout the year with his wife and children, stressing that the security, safety and atmosphere in "Dana Al Dunia" make it one of the most preferred destinations for him and his family. .

The DC United coach said in a press conference held yesterday, in the presence of the Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council Saeed Hareb, and the Assistant Secretary-General of the Council Nasser Aman Al Rahma: “We visit Dubai constantly, and despite the high temperatures in the summer, we come here constantly. Because the city is characterized by a different atmosphere in many matters, especially that the level of security and safety, in addition to the great diversity of recreational places, makes my family always love to come here.”

The former international player expressed his happiness with the congratulatory messages he received on his birthday, the day before yesterday, noting that he enjoyed the celebration that his family held for him in Dubai on this occasion by going to several places.

The Dubai Sports Council announced that Wayne Rooney will participate in the 17th edition of the Dubai International Sports Conference and the 13th session of the "Dubai Globe Soccer Awards", as international football stars, including players, coaches and decision makers, will meet with a selection of celebrities and guests in Madinat Jumeirah, three days ago. From the start of the 2022 World Cup. The former England international revealed that he will go to a training camp with his DC United team in Dubai, and said: "I will come with my team to Dubai next January for a three-week camp, and we plan to play two or three friendly matches during this period." .

In response to a question about England’s chances of competing for the 2022 World Cup, he said: “I see that the England team seeks to reach the quarter-finals first, at the very least, while I see that the team is able to qualify for the final, with its good group of players. ».

On the other hand, Rooney confirmed that the "Three Lions" team has substitutes who are able to compensate for the absences and injuries suffered by some players in the past period, especially in the center of the right defender.

As for his preferred method of training, and whether he relies on intensity and strictness with the players or does he prefer to be associated with friendliness and friendship with them, he said: “Intensity with the players is important, but there must be a balance in that aspect, and there should be friendship between the players and the coach, Which reflects positively on the team in general.”

Rooney indicated that the 2022 World Cup will not be affected by the issue of holding it in November for the first time in history. The World Cup matches, but in general I expect to see strong competitions.” 

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