Wayne Rooney found himself at the centre of a studio debate after taking aim at Manchester City supporters Noel and Liam Gallagher during BBC's coverage of the FA Cup final. The brothers were spotted celebrating in a private box as Manchester City defeated Chelsea 1-0 at Wembley, with Antoine Semenyo's stunning flick proving decisive in securing the club's second trophy of the campaign.
The Manchester United legend's comments drew an immediate response from fellow pundit Micah Richards, who accused the former striker of being "bitter" for suggesting the Gallagher siblings only attend finals when City are winning silverware. Richards disputed Rooney's assertion, pointing out that the brothers have supported City through various periods. Rooney countered that he had never witnessed them at major matches during less successful seasons, sparking a lighthearted but pointed exchange that highlighted the intensity of the Manchester derby rivalry.
City's Clinical Performance at Wembley
Despite the playful tension, Rooney acknowledged Manchester City's quality and their ability to deliver when it matters most. He praised the championship-winning side's "incredible goal" while noting that Chelsea presented a disciplined defensive challenge. The United icon explained that with City's attacking depth, one moment of brilliance is often enough to break down opposition defences, and Semenyo's finish exemplified that clinical edge. This victory adds to City's trophy haul following their Carabao Cup triumph over Arsenal in March, underscoring their dominance in English football this season.
Pundit Daniel Sturridge highlighted the contributions of Bernardo Silva, whose tireless work rate in his final Wembley appearance for the club proved instrumental. Sturridge noted that winning titles at this level requires both defensive discipline and moments of individual brilliance, qualities City demonstrated throughout the contest. With City continuing to accumulate silverware, their campaign represents one of the most successful trophy-gathering seasons in recent memory, and the FA Cup triumph sets the stage for their remaining domestic and European commitments.
