Utd despatch Osaka in goal-heavy World Cup tie

Gamba Osaka 3 Man Utd 5

Thu, 18 Dec, 2008 - 12:22

Gamba Osaka 3 Man Utd 5

Wayne Rooney scored twice following his introduction as a late substitute as Manchester United booked a Club World Cup final meeting with LDU Quito on Sunday.

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