FA looking into Rooney laser incident

The FA has confirmed it is investigating the incident
where Wayne Rooney had a laser shone at his eyes
before taking a penalty.

The English Football Association (FA) has confirmed it will look
into the incident during which Wayne Rooney had a laser shone
at his eyes as he stepped up to take a penalty in Manchester
United's League Cup defeat at the hands of Middlesbrough at
Old Trafford.

Both sides failed to find the net from open play, with a penalty
shootout eventually deciding Wednesday's encounter.

Rooney was first to step up for United, but a green laser beam
appeared on his face as he prepared to take his penalty. The
England international took his shot regardless of the laser, but
saw his effort kept out by goalkeeper Tomas Mejias.

The 30-year-old refused to blame the laser for his failure from
the spot in post-match interviews, yet the FA has nonetheless
opened an investigation into the incident.

"We are aware of what happened and will look into the matter,"
a brief statement to Omnisport reads.

Rooney's miss from the spot was followed by unsuccessful spot
kicks from Michael Carrick and Ashley Young as Middlesbrough
eventually recorded a 3-1 win after penalties.