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'Wayne's a super human being'

Interim boss Kevin Nancekivell paid tribute to Wayne Rooney following Plymouth's 2-2 draw with Bristol City in their first game since the former England captain left the club.

"I've seen Wayne. He's obviously disappointed and really sad. It's a horrible time," Nancekivell told BBC Radio Devon.

"People see the Wayne Rooney who's an England international and legend of world football, but they don't know him as a person.

"I've been privileged to get to know him. He's a super human being and he showed a lot of class when he came and said his goodbyes to us."

Argyle twice had to come from behind to collect a point against City, only their second in the past eight games, with Julio Pleguezuelo equalising in stoppage time in his first appearance since the end of November.

"I'm really proud of the players, they did everything we asked and a little bit more," Nancekivell added.

"We'll take a point and we'll move on. Plegue's a warrior and a communicator. He deserved his goal and it's got us a point, so that's great."