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Rooney has also won the football writers award unsurprisingly
http:http://www.skysports.com/story/...4108,00.html//
Awards double for Rooney
United striker delighted to secure another individual honour
Last updated: 30th April 2010
Wayne Rooney has secured an awards double after the Manchester United striker was voted the Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers' Association.
Fresh from collecting the PFA Player of the Year accolade last weekend, Rooney has now topped a poll of journalists following an outstanding season during which he has scored 34 goals for United.
The England international finished ahead of Chelsea striker Didier Drogba and his former United team-mate Carlos Tevez - now at Manchester City - after collecting 81% of the vote.
Rooney, who is aiming to shake off a groin injury to feature again before the end of the season, expressed his delight at clinching another individual accolade.
Constant support
"I am delighted to win an award with so much history and tradition and to follow a long line of wonderful players who have been honoured by the Football Writers' Association since 1948 gives me real pride," said Rooney, who will receive his award at the FWA's gala dinner at The Lancaster London Hotel on 13th May.
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank my manager at United, Sir Alex Ferguson, the coaching staff and my team-mates, without whose help and support this award would not have been possible.
"Also a big thanks to my family and friends for their constant support which is always appreciated.
"I thank the Football Writers' Association members who voted for me and I look forward to personally collecting my award at the Footballer of the Year dinner in London on May 13."
Worthy winner
FWA chairman Steve Bates, chief football writer for The People, commented: "Wayne is a worthy winner of our prestigious award and the margin of his victory is testimony to the marvellous season he has had for club and country.
"His tally of 34 goals so far this season is certain to have captured the attention of our members, but I am sure the overall improvement in his game at Manchester United has been of equal significance.
"Wayne's enthusiasm, hunger and desire mark him out as a special player and we hope he can carry his club form onto the international stage in the World Cup this summer to help England achieve their dream.
"We now look forward to saluting Wayne at our dinner."
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