Drogba versus Rooney

ludvik · 14th February 2010, 01:50

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No contest. No battle. Drogba will never be the player Rooney is. End of story. Verdict. Check back when the season draws up close.

Alex · 14th February 2010, 01:54

There was a thread on this less than a week ago. Rooney> Drogba, but not by much, one thing that Drogba wins over Rooney by a mile is aerial ability. He is also stronger than Rooney, not that there is much in it. You cant discredit Drogba as a footballer, he is top class, nto a disgrace. Can be a bit of a cunt on the field, but clearly shows his class off it.

SharkyMcShark · 14th February 2010, 02:02

I actually quite like Drogba.

There I said, now shoot me.

Myxomatosis · 14th February 2010, 02:02

Drogba is a world class striker. Don't care how much of a twat he is, as a footballer he's brilliant. He routinely makes some of the worlds best centre backs look like Sunday league players, the only other striker you can say that of is Torres.

rednev · 14th February 2010, 02:06

Yeah, Drogba is the bollocks.

There's not much in it between Drogba, Rooney and Torres.

Chorley1974 · 14th February 2010, 02:19

Drogba is class, and I think recently he has been better in the cuntish states.

RedDevilCanuck · 14th February 2010, 04:42

Drogba is great and one of the world's best.

Rooney would never sulk for an entire season and basically play like shit because he doesn't like the manager.

Rooney>Drogba.

mjs020294 · 14th February 2010, 04:45

They are very different types of players TBH. Rooney has a much better all round game, and attitude. He contributes all over the field and he lifts players around him.

No contest for me: Rooney > Drogba

Myxomatosis · 14th February 2010, 04:55

Drogba's 'all round game' is extremely underrated on this website.

AttackingFlair · 14th February 2010, 05:01

Probably because there's not much to it, except using his strength.

MadDogg · 14th February 2010, 05:52

Wasn't Drogba the one who said at the beginning of the 07/08 season that Ronaldo's goal record the previous season (23) was a bit of a fluke and he wouldn't be able to match that again?

RedDevilCanuck · 14th February 2010, 06:00

Heading and Aerial strength: Drogba, hands down.

Pace: Rooney edges it for me.

Strength: Tie. Should be Drogba but his diving antics and embellishment are inexcusable.

Dribbling: Rooney, just.

Short Passing: Drobga

Long passing: Rooney

Cross: Rooney

Finishing Inside Box: Rooney. Just. Both are not ice cold finishers in the box like Ruud. People forget that Drogba misses a lot of chances. He could have finished of Barca last year with a few minutes but dragged his shot horribly. Rooney has improved immensely.

Finishing outside the Box: Drogba. He has a cracking shot on him.

Vision: Rooney

Movement: Tie

Footballing Brain: Rooney.

When you factor in age, attitude, and overall influence, it just has to be Rooney.

RedRonaldo · 14th February 2010, 06:10

Drogba always give me the impression that he could take the whole opponent's defence by himself.
Rooney is the best all rounder, and top goal scorer.

Moston Red · 14th February 2010, 07:25

Drogba is better in the air but all round play I'd say Rooney edge's it...only just mind.

Raoul · 14th February 2010, 08:45

Drogba is correct on all points.

I think he and Wayne are about at the same level, which says a lot about Drogba's form at 31.

Dyslexic Untied · 14th February 2010, 09:20

I also think they are about the same at the moment. Rooney will probably be a better footballer in a couple of years though, while Drogba is at the top of his game now.

Drogba is a cunt, but he is a fantastic footballer. The only striker out there who is dangerous everytime he gets the ball within 25meters of the goal.

Northstand · 14th February 2010, 09:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruben

I also think they are about the same at the moment. Rooney will probably be a better footballer in a couple of years though, while Drogba is at the top of his game now.

Drogba is a cunt, but he is a fantastic footballer. The only striker out there who is dangerous everytime he gets the ball within 25meters of the goal.

Agree with this, except the last observation: Rooney is also dangerous whenever he receives the ball.

I'd put the pair on a par at the moment, and it just annoys me that we are constantly hearing United are totally reliant on Rooney whereas Chelsea showed during the ANC that they can cope without Drogba. The games he missed were hardly challenging and gave no sort of barometer.

Dyslexic Untied · 14th February 2010, 09:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Northstand

Agree with this, except the last observation: Rooney is also dangerous whenever he receives the ball.

I'd put the pair on a par at the moment, and it just annoys me that we are constantly hearing United are totally reliant on Rooney whereas Chelsea showed during the ANC that they can cope without Drogba. The games he missed were hardly challenging and gave no sort of barometer.

I'd say was. He doesn't hit them like he did before, but he can if he'd want to I think.

Drogba however can get a high pass with his back to the goal on about 25 meters, turn and hammer it in. He kicks like a horse.

Northstand · 14th February 2010, 09:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruben

I'd say was. He doesn't hit them like he did before, but he can if he'd want to I think.

Drogba however can get a high pass with his back to the goal on about 25 meters, turn and hammer it in. He kicks like a horse.

Yeah, I see where you're coming from. When I think about Rooney being dangerous I'm more referring to some of the fantastic passes he produces. Once in a while he needs to re-discover his former ability at finding a thunderous shot from distance.

Myxomatosis · 14th February 2010, 17:07

I'd say Rooney is faster over 50-100m but for a quick burst of pace to make a few yards for a shot Drogba is quicker.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AttackingFlair

Probably because there's not much to it, except using his strength.

That's just plain bollocks he's creates plenty chances for Anelka and Lampard.

Leg-End · 14th February 2010, 17:58

Drogba is quality but I would never take him ahead of Rooney regardless of age.

MacMUFC · 14th February 2010, 18:58

I'd personally prefer to have Rooney, but Drogba is fantastic on his day. Also, his all-round game is underrated in my opinion. Many just see him as a bully, but dont appreciate his vision and passing, like his assist for Ballack against Cardiff only yesterday for example.

KingEric7 · 14th February 2010, 19:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raoul

Drogba is correct on all points.

I think he and Wayne are about at the same level, which says a lot about Drogba's form at 31.

Says a lot about Rooney's in his early 20s as well.

There's very little in this, but I'd have Rooney for the fact that he's just got that bit of genius about him. Everytime I think of Rooney now, I think of that 60 yard pass to Giggs vs. City. Lost his brilliance? Has he fuck!

Defender's must be absolutely shitting it now that he's started consistently running at people again. He's not just the all round forward, he's now the complete footballer.

Red Indian Chief Torn Rubber · 14th February 2010, 19:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myxomatosis

Drogba's 'all round game' is extremely underrated on this website.

Indeed

Stretch · 14th February 2010, 20:16

At this moment in time I think Drogba is immense and for me he pips it, just. However, Rooney is still young and will become ten times the player Drogba is now.

amolbhatia100 · 14th February 2010, 20:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Myxomatosis

Drogba's 'all round game' is extremely underrated on this website.

It is. But he's nowhere near Rooney in this respect.

Alex · 14th February 2010, 20:42

Drogba's free kick is much better than Rooney's

Kleberson · 15th February 2010, 18:26

You have to give this to Drogba, only due to the fact he has done it against the big teams. When Rooney does its a no contest. Ability-wise Rooney edges it but as a big game player, there's not much that fazes Drogba.

kouroux · 15th February 2010, 18:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kleberson

You have to give this to Drogba, only due to the fact he has done it against the big teams. When Rooney does its a no contest. Ability-wise Rooney edges it but as a big game player, there's not much that fazes Drogba.

Nice summary

dmode · 16th February 2010, 11:08

drogba ahead... he's a very good player... except the theatrical injuries etc...

Makki · 16th February 2010, 12:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raoul

Drogba is correct on all points.

I think he and Wayne are about at the same level, which says a lot about Drogba's form at 31.

He's 31?

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14th February 2010, 01:54	#2 (permalink)
Alex Spam Alert! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: selegna sol Posts: 37,953	There was a thread on this less than a week ago. Rooney> Drogba, but not by much, one thing that Drogba wins over Rooney by a mile is aerial ability. He is also stronger than Rooney, not that there is much in it. You cant discredit Drogba as a footballer, he is top class, nto a disgrace. Can be a bit of a cunt on the field, but clearly shows his class off it.

14th February 2010, 02:02	#3 (permalink)
SharkyMcShark First Team Regular Join Date: May 2007 Location: Using location as a tagline: because I'm just not cool enough to have my own. Posts: 11,174	I actually quite like Drogba. There I said, now shoot me.

14th February 2010, 02:02	#4 (permalink)
Myxomatosis United fan? My arse. WUM masquerades Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,828	Drogba is a world class striker. Don't care how much of a twat he is, as a footballer he's brilliant. He routinely makes some of the worlds best centre backs look like Sunday league players, the only other striker you can say that of is Torres.

14th February 2010, 02:06	#5 (permalink)
rednev First Team Regular Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: North Wales Posts: 14,090	Yeah, Drogba is the bollocks. There's not much in it between Drogba, Rooney and Torres.

14th February 2010, 02:19	#6 (permalink)
Chorley1974 Lady Ole Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 6,744	Drogba is class, and I think recently he has been better in the cuntish states.

14th February 2010, 04:42	#7 (permalink)
RedDevilCanuck Quite dreamy - blue eyes, blond hair, tanned skin Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Beautiful British Columbia Posts: 2,125	Drogba is great and one of the world's best. Rooney would never sulk for an entire season and basically play like shit because he doesn't like the manager. Rooney>Drogba.

14th February 2010, 04:45	#8 (permalink)
mjs020294 First Team Sub Join Date: May 2008 Location: 18 times, and that's a FACHT Posts: 8,573	They are very different types of players TBH. Rooney has a much better all round game, and attitude. He contributes all over the field and he lifts players around him. No contest for me: Rooney > Drogba

14th February 2010, 04:55	#9 (permalink)
Myxomatosis United fan? My arse. WUM masquerades Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,828	Drogba's 'all round game' is extremely underrated on this website.

14th February 2010, 05:01	#10 (permalink)
AttackingFlair First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 5,882	Probably because there's not much to it, except using his strength.

14th February 2010, 05:52	#11 (permalink)
MadDogg First Team Sub Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: “Manchester United never lose, they just run out of time” Posts: 5,289	Wasn't Drogba the one who said at the beginning of the 07/08 season that Ronaldo's goal record the previous season (23) was a bit of a fluke and he wouldn't be able to match that again?

14th February 2010, 06:00	#12 (permalink)
RedDevilCanuck Quite dreamy - blue eyes, blond hair, tanned skin Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Beautiful British Columbia Posts: 2,125	Heading and Aerial strength: Drogba, hands down. Pace: Rooney edges it for me. Strength: Tie. Should be Drogba but his diving antics and embellishment are inexcusable. Dribbling: Rooney, just. Short Passing: Drobga Long passing: Rooney Cross: Rooney Finishing Inside Box: Rooney. Just. Both are not ice cold finishers in the box like Ruud. People forget that Drogba misses a lot of chances. He could have finished of Barca last year with a few minutes but dragged his shot horribly. Rooney has improved immensely. Finishing outside the Box: Drogba. He has a cracking shot on him. Vision: Rooney Movement: Tie Footballing Brain: Rooney. When you factor in age, attitude, and overall influence, it just has to be Rooney.

14th February 2010, 06:10	#13 (permalink)
RedRonaldo Reserve Team Player Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 4,501	Drogba always give me the impression that he could take the whole opponent's defence by himself. Rooney is the best all rounder, and top goal scorer.

14th February 2010, 07:25	#14 (permalink)
Moston Red Formerly Giggs1973 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Manchester Posts: 2,117	Drogba is better in the air but all round play I'd say Rooney edge's it...only just mind.

14th February 2010, 08:45	#15 (permalink)
Raoul Administrator Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 33,310	Drogba is correct on all points. I think he and Wayne are about at the same level, which says a lot about Drogba's form at 31.

14th February 2010, 09:20	#16 (permalink)
Dyslexic Untied Ruben Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Oslo Posts: 8,960	I also think they are about the same at the moment. Rooney will probably be a better footballer in a couple of years though, while Drogba is at the top of his game now. Drogba is a cunt, but he is a fantastic footballer. The only striker out there who is dangerous everytime he gets the ball within 25meters of the goal.

14th February 2010, 17:58	#21 (permalink)
Leg-End Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: UK Posts: 4,436	Drogba is quality but I would never take him ahead of Rooney regardless of age.

14th February 2010, 18:58	#22 (permalink)
MacMUFC Reserve Team Player Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,064	I'd personally prefer to have Rooney, but Drogba is fantastic on his day. Also, his all-round game is underrated in my opinion. Many just see him as a bully, but dont appreciate his vision and passing, like his assist for Ballack against Cardiff only yesterday for example.

14th February 2010, 20:16	#25 (permalink)
Stretch Reserve Team Player Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Nothing wrong with middle aged men wearing replica kits... Posts: 3,133	At this moment in time I think Drogba is immense and for me he pips it, just. However, Rooney is still young and will become ten times the player Drogba is now.

14th February 2010, 20:42	#27 (permalink)
Alex Spam Alert! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: selegna sol Posts: 37,953	Drogba's free kick is much better than Rooney's

15th February 2010, 18:26	#28 (permalink)
Kleberson Reserve Team Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Southampton Posts: 1,532	You have to give this to Drogba, only due to the fact he has done it against the big teams. When Rooney does its a no contest. Ability-wise Rooney edges it but as a big game player, there's not much that fazes Drogba.

16th February 2010, 11:08	#30 (permalink)
dmode Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: vega Posts: 3,338	drogba ahead... he's a very good player... except the theatrical injuries etc...