Man Utd boss Louis van Gaal reveals how Wayne Rooney reacted to being benchedLOUIS VAN GAAL insists Wayne Rooney reacted professionally to being benched yesterday. By Dan Gibbs 15:30, Sun, Dec 27, 2015 | UPDATED: 15:50, Sun, Dec 27, 2015 Link copied Bookmark GETTYWayne Rooney was dropped to the bench on for United's match against StokeUnited suffered their fourth straight loss as Stoke recorded a 2-0 victory at the Britannia Stadium.The Dutch boss chose to start Ander Herrera ahead of Rooney, before bringing the forward on at half-time in place of Memphis Depay.It was the first time the club captain had started a Premier League game on the bench in almost two years - a decision that Dwight Yorke criticised Van Gaal for.Express Sport Related articles Man Utd star Michael Carrick: How victory over Chelsea can... Bastian Schweinsteiger: Life at Manchester United is perfect SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy