Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Rooney Both Score While Playing for Man United U12’s

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Rooney Both Score While Playing for Man United U12’s

Isaac Darko
updated at April 12, 2023 at 7:59 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo's son and Wayne Ronaldo's son teamed up and got on the scoresheet for Manchester United U-12's
  • Kai Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo Jr play together as teammates at the academy of Manchester United
  • They lethal duo were both on the scoresheet as Manchester United U-12 defeated West Brom U-12 in a match on Sunday

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Rooney both starred for Manchester United U-12 as they recorded a victory over West Bromwich Albion U-12 in an Academy match on Sunday.

The two sons of legendary Manchester United players, Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, were on the scoresheet for the Manchester United academy.

Ronaldo Jr. joined Manchester United's academy in January this year from Juventus academy whiles Kai Rooney signed for the Red Devils' youth side in December 2020.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Rooney both on target for Man United U12's. Credit: @risingballers
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The pair are already making a name for themselves as they are following the footsteps of their fathers who formed a deadly duo for Sir Alex Ferguson's side between 2004 and 2009.

In a photo posted on Instagram by @risingballers, spotted by Sports Brief, both Cristiano Jr and Kai Rooney netted for Manchester United U12s.

Whiles 11-year-old Ronaldo Jr and Kai Rooney, 12, are both puttting up sterling performance for their team, their fathers have been busy.

Ronaldo's Portugal are facing the daunting task of earning a ticket for the global extravaganza set for Qatar.

The Seleção will lock horns with North Macedonia, who eliminated Italy, with the winner earning a trip.

The two teams are scheduled to face off in the final on Tuesday night, March 29, at Estadio do Dragao, with a World Cup ticket up for grabs.

Meanwhile, Wayne Rooney, who is Manchester United highest goal-scorer in history with 253 goals, is trying to escape relegation as manager of Derby County.

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr Begs Dad Not to Retire so They Can Play Together

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son is reportedly begging the Man United star not to retire - because he wants to play together on the pitch with him.

At 37-years-old, Ronaldo has undoubtedly entered the sunset years of his glittering football career.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has already started showing signs of ageing in his performance, sparking suggestions from some quarters he should consider calling time on his career.

Ronaldo clinches Player of the Month award

Cristiano Ronaldo has been announced Manchester United’s Player of the Month for his heroics in March.

The Portuguese forward scored 3 goals in 2 appearances for the Red Devils, including the amazing hattrick vs Tottenham Hotspur.

Ronaldo was able to beat off the likes of Jadon Sancho and Fred to win the award for the third time this season, after having won it in September and October.

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Isaac Darko is a La Liga, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga editor at Sports Brief with a Degree in Journalism and Communications from Ghana Institute of Journalism (2010)