ROONEY TO GET REST

Last updated : 16 March 2006 By Ed

"It's particularly difficult giving younger players like Wayne a rest, because they're so enthusiastic and want to play all the time.

"But we know there will come a time when we will have to give him a break.

"I saw Rafa Benitez was saying Steven Gerrard needed a rest because he's played so many games this season - it's the same with Wayne."