Danny Simpson and Rooney to reunite
Danny Simpson is set to reunite with Wayne Rooney on the football pitch – after previously eyeing a fight with his team-mate.
Simpson – who won the Premier League title in 2016 with Leicester – crossed over to boxing after retiring from football.
He drew with YouTuber Danny Aarons over four rounds in a Misfits Boxing main event in Dublin.
In the build up to the bout, Simpson was probed on facing other potential footballers including Manchester United legend Rooney.
Simpson, 37, told iFL TV: “I’m seeing him next Saturday because we’ve got a charity game at Old Trafford against Celtic.
“Listen, I’d have a go with Wazza. He’s a boxer, I know he is. He’s been around it, everyone’s gotta back themselves, so why not?”
Welcome to Man Utd vs Celtic legends
Hello and welcome to coverage of Man Utd vs Celtic’ today’s Legends clash today from Old Trafford.
A huge tie awaits in the star-studded friendly with Wayne Rooney returning to the Theatre of Dreams.
Rooney will play alongside stars such as Michael Carrick, Darren Fletcher, Antonio Valencia, Dimitar Berbatov, Nicky Butt, and Paul Scholes.
Bryan Robson will manage Man Utd Legends with Paul Lambert the Celtic Legends boss.
Robson said: “Each time I’ve had the privilege of participating in these matches, the competitive spirit is always alive.
“The players may have retired, but their desire to win remains strong. We’ve had some incredible games over the years, and I’m thrilled to be managing the team once again.”
