Goal machine Wayne Rooney overtakes George Best. But United lose their way

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Wayne Rooney
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180 - Wayne Rooney's double against Everton takes him past George Best's United goals tally of 179
180 – Wayne Rooney’s double against Everton takes him past George Best’s United goals tally of 179

BY JOHN GUBBA

Leading 4-2 against Everton, Manchester United took their eye off the ball and let the Merseysiders off the hook to steal a point in a thrilling 4-4 draw.

It was a sickening blow for United on the day Wayne Rooney scored a double to take him past George Best and Denis Violet in the Reds’ all-time goal-scoring chart.

But it does not change the fact Sir Alex Ferguson’s men will go to the Etihad Stadium in the box seat on April 30 and the destiny of the title is still in their hands. It’s never over til the fat lady sings – and United fans know that better than anyone.