The Red Devils as he was charged by the FA after launching a foul-mouthed tirade at a television camera after finding the back of the net from the penalty spot.
As currently drafted, United forward will miss Saturday's Premier League encounter with Fulham and the eagerly awaited clash with City at Wembley on 16 April.
A conclusion was reached on Wednesday before being transmitted to the Old Trafford club.
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However, the FA is sympathetic about the timing of any public disclosure, there would come a couple of hours before boarding United Chelsea in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final at Stamford Bridge League.
Announcement
And after consultation between both parties, has agreed to the official announcement of the media will not be until morning, at which time United and Rooney will be back in Manchester.
Rooney is risking his ban increased attractiveness. But United are convinced the suspension should be cut by a three-man disciplinary panel and the support of the Professional Footballers' Association.
"If he is successful in its appeal, the Commission could look into if not truly exceptional," said AFP deputy chief executive John Bramhall.
"But from my experience, the circumstances surrounding his case is unprecedented and therefore say that it has been quite remarkable."
Rooney is believed to plot revolves around the speed of his apology, which came only hours after the final whistle at Upton Park, and the fact that his comments were not directed at anyone in particular
