Wayne Rooney and Patrick Vieira inducted into the premier League hall of fame

Two exceptional players who’s dedication, talent and hardwork to become Premier League legends has been inducted into the premier League hall of fame.

It is our pleasure to announce @WayneRooney and @OfficialVieira as the first two 2022 Inductees of the #PLHallOfFame

A prodigy who became a legend

Wayne Rooney mesmerised Evertonians from the age of 16 and went on to score 208 Premier League goals, winning 5 #PL titles at @ManUtd

The first 2022 Inductee to the #PLHallOfFame is @WayneRooney

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZrTu3B1s4o

One of the greatest central midfielders in Premier League history, Patrick Vieira was pivotal in @Arsenal’s three #PL title wins and led the club to an unbeaten season in 2003/04 with his combative elegance

@OfficialVieira is the second 2022 Inductee to the #PLHallOfFame

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rRftxszLe

CRITERIA

To be included, players must have made a minimum of 250 Premier League appearances unless they have achieved any of the following milestones:

Made a minimum of 200 Premier League appearances for one Club

Been selected to any of the Premier League Team of the Decade or 20-Year Anniversary teams

Won a Premier League Golden Boot or Golden Glove

Been voted as Premier League Player of the Season

Won three Premier League titles

Scored 100 Premier League goals or recorded 100 Premier League clean sheets (GK only).

This is the highest individual award to any player in the Premier League.

HOW ROONEY, VIEIRA REACTED

I was very honoured and proud when I heard that I am being inducted into the @premierleague Hall of Fame. Playing in the Premier League was a true privilege. I really enjoyed that part of my career, and I would like to thank all my teammates who helped make it so special.

Patrick Vieira

It’s a huge honour to be named in the @premierleague Hall of Fame, alongside some amazing players who have already been inducted.

It was always my dream to play in the Premier League, score goals, and win trophies. Incredibly proud to have won the title 5 times. #PLHallofFame