Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney is convinced he's playing for the best team in the world.
Rooney, 22, said: "After our success last year there will be high expectations but we've got a good enough squad and hopefully we can emulate last season.
"Hopefully we can prove that again this season."
Rooney claims he is enjoying the feeling of being tackled again on United's tour of South Africa.
He added: "They've been tough games but that's what we expected - the two teams we played wanted to leave an impression.
"It's better to get these games in so early. It's nice to get tackled again - the sort of things you're used to getting during the season.
"We've enjoyed it. It's good to get back, see the lads and get amongst it again. I can't wait.
"We have a few more good games and we'll be ready come the start of the season."