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Hat-trick hero Rooney: Win easier than Man Utd expected

Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney was delighted with his hat-trick in victory at Bolton Wanderers.

Rooney made it six goals in two Premier League games yesterday.

"We always know Bolton's a difficult place to come, but we got an early goal and kicked on from there," Rooney told ESPN. "Thankfully the win was a bit easier than we thought, but we still had to work hard for it.

"We controlled the game and I think it could have been a lot more, but obviously I'm delighted to score a hat-trick again. First start with Chicha and we both scored, so it's great."

The England striker has scored eight goals across United's four Barclays Premier League matches this term, and attributes his fine form to an uninterrupted summer of preparation.

"I had a long time to rest," he conceded. "I wanted a good pre-season under my belt and thankfully I've done that, steered clear of injuries and it's helped me for the start of the season."

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