Wayne gives Stoke ‘reality check’

By David Jones

CLASSY: Wayne Rooney scores Derby’s third
PICTURE: PA Images

JOY: Derby’s Chris Martin has scored their second

STOKE City boss Michael O’Neill admitted the class of Wayne Rooney had been a major factor in a “reality check” for his team as they were thrashed.
The former Manchester United and England captain scored a superb free-kick and dictated play after goals from Martyn Waghorn. Chris Martin and Jayden Bogle added further gloss to the scoreline late on for the Rams.
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