Rooney: Messi is THE Best in the world

Lionel Messi is the best player in the world, according to his rival Wayne Rooney.The Manchester United striker is the favourite to win the PFA Player of the Year this evening and could become the third player to land both the outright gong and the Young Player award.Rooney, who could miss the rest of United's season after picking up a groin injury on Thursday, has enjoyed the campaign of his