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Man Utd star Rooney escapes Uefa rap

Wayne Rooney will not face any disciplinary action over an apparent stamp on Aalborg's Kasper Risgard last week. UEFA decided not to charge the Manchester United striker after studying video evidence of the incident in the clubs' 2-2 Champions League draw last Wednesday.

Rooney could have faced a suspension for part of the knockout stages had UEFA decided to take action.

A spokesman said: "UEFA will not open any disciplinary proceedings against Wayne Rooney."

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