Wayne Rooney window opened on 10 July. On 14 July, in a 3–1 win against the Vancouver Whitecaps, Rooney made his debut for United, coming on for Darren Mattocks in the 59th minute, and assisted a goal by Paul Arriola. Rooney's debut came on the unveiling of DC United's new $400 million stadium, Audi Field. After three games, Rooney was named captain by manager Ben Olsen. His first goal for the club came on 28 July in his first game with the armband, slotting past his former Manchester United teammate, goalkeeper Tim Howard, securing a 2–1 win over the Colorado Rapids at
John Rooney (footballer) following match, converting a penalty during a 3–2 victory over Guiseley. In February 2017, Rooney joined Guiseley on loan for the remainder of the 2016–17 season after being unable to agree terms over a contract dispute. Following his return to Wrexham at the end of the season, Rooney was one of several players who were not offered new deals. He is the younger brother of D.C. United forward and former England captain Wayne Rooney. His cousin, Tommy Rooney, also played for Macclesfield Town in the 2004–05 Football League Two. John Rooney (footballer) John Richard Rooney (born 17 December 1990) is