Wayne Rooney was sent off during Plymouth Argyle's 2-1 win over Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, but his players saw the funny side of his red card after the final whistle

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney was sent off for Plymouth Argyle on Saturday despite his side finally finding a late winner versus Blackburn Rovers. The United legend took over the reins of the club this summer after a disastrous spell at Birmingham City last year.

Wayne Rooney was sent off for foul and abusive language after Blackburn Rovers' equaliser. The Plymouth Argyle boss could not take post-match press duties after he was dismissed following Joe Rankin-Costello's equaliser. The former Manchester United striker was seen apologising to fans behind the dugout before James Linington sent hIm off.

Wayne Rooney has been defended by Plymouth coach Pete Shuttleworth after his red card in the club's dramatic 2-1 win over Blackburn Rovers on Saturday. Plymouth went ahead in the 15th minute through Michael Obafemi,