D.C. United announced a mutual agreement with Rooney to part ways after the match.
WASHINGTON — Mateusz Klich scored late in the first half, Chris Durkin added a second-half goal and D.C. United beat New York City FC 2-0 on Saturday night but still failed to make the playoffs, leading to the departure of coach Wayne Rooney.“We have spoken with Wayne and agreed it is best for us to part ways at this time,” said Jason Levien CEO and co-chairman of D.C. United.
D.C. United , whose regular season ends, fell out of playoff contention when CF Montreal beat the Portland Timbers 4-1. D.C. United missed the playoffs for a fourth straight season, tying a club record set from 2008-11.“I’ve done everything I can to get this club into the playoffs,” Rooney said. “It’s not a single thing that’s happened. It’s about timing.”
The 37-year-old Rooney, who previously said he has ambitions to one day manage in the English Premier League where he first broke through as a player, said he doesn't have any future plans sorted out just yet.“What lies ahead, I don’t know,” Rooney said. “I’ve seen a lot of reports in the media. I’m going back with nothing lined up.
“I’ve enjoyed my time here. It will help me a lot moving forward as a coach. I just want to say on record to everyone involved, the club, staff, players, I’m grateful and I wish them nothing but success in the future.”Garland
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