Wayne Rooney’s MLS career is up and running.At 1am on Sunday morning English time, the legendary striker and his D.C United side took on Vancouver Whitecaps at the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium.Rooney actually started the match on the bench as he eases himself back into full fitness.But most of the 20,504 people inside the stadium were there for him - and patiently waited for his introduction.That came in the 58th-minute with D.C United already 1-0 ahead.Within 22 minutes, D.C United were 3-0 ahead and Rooney had bagged himself an assist.A late consolation for Vancouver Whitecaps made it 3-1 but what about Rooney's performance?

WHAT THE WASHINGTON POST WROTE ABOUT ROONEY

Well, local newspaper the Washington Post have produced an article all about his debut titled: ‘Wayne Rooney becomes the center of attention in his first appearance with D.C. United.’

So what were they saying about him?

Well, before he even came on, there were chants of “We want Rooney.”

And the report says that Rooney jerseys could be seen everywhere.

“Rooney also was a big draw for United fans on the stadium’s opening night. Before the 20,504 fans streamed into the venue, there was a scattering of Rooney jerseys on the backs of supporters, young and old.

“For John Sadlik, a first-year D.C. United season ticket holder, he got his Rooney jersey hours before the match started, proudly proclaiming D.C. United’s time “starts now!” Don A. Bennett, a longtime D.C. United fan, donned a custom-made No. 9 black D.C. United jersey with the word “I believe” etched on the back.”

The report that reveals that the Manchester United legend came on up front, but manager Ben Olsen is aware of the different roles he can play.

“Rooney played the end of the match as a striker, but Olsen said he believes Rooney is versatile and will be “fine” with whatever role he is asked to play for the remainder of the season.”

They go on to write that Rooney showed glimpses of his class.

“Rooney showed flashes of what he brings to the club Saturday night, assisting on one of United’s two goals after he came on. Fans seemed glued to his every movement, and when the ball got even remotely close to him in the final 30-plus minutes, a slight murmur could be heard.

“His first D.C. United match was in the books. Now for the next 2½ years.”

It sounds like everyone associated with D.C United are very excited about Rooney’s arrival.