<p>The 'Wagatha Christie' court trial began in London on Tuesday (May 10) as two of England's high-profile football spouses went up against each other in a legal battle pending for over a couple of years now. Coleen Rooney had accused Rebekah Vardy of leaking fake stories about her in the media, including a private Instagram post in 2019.</p>

<p>Followed by Coleen's allegations, Vardy decided to sue her after denying the allegations against&nbsp;her. Rebekah also filed a libel suit against Coleen, who is the wife of former England football team and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney. Rebekah, on the other hand, is the spouse of Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy.</p>

<p>Both Rooney and Vardy played together for England in the Euros 2016 when pictures of Coleen and Rebekah supporting their respective husbands from the stands had gone viral on social media. However, it didn't take much time for the friends to turn foes after Coleen made some shocking allegations against Rebekah.</p>

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<p><strong>All you need to know about the Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy feud</strong></p>

<p>The feud stems back to October, 2019 when Coleen suspected someone was leaking her private stuff to the media. She claimed she posted fake stories on her Instagram and restricted them to limited accounts that could view them. Coleen said she blocked everyone apart from an account belonging to Vardy to see if the information from her stories would still get leaked.</p>

<p>The information did get leaked and appeared in The Sun - A leading English daily leading to a never-ending feud between the two football WAGs. Coleen took to Twitter to allege it was Rebekah who had been leaking her information to the media all this while.</p>

<p>While it was reported that Rebekah did try to explain her side of the story to Coleen on phone and also posted on social media, there was no response from Coleen. Rebekah later decided to sue Coleen for libel which gave birth to the 'Wagatha Christie' trial.</p>

<p>The name 'Wagatha Christie' came from the famous term 'Wag' which is commonly used for the wives and girlfriends of sports stars.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As the trial began on Tuesday, Rebekah's lawyer Hugh Tomlinson defended his client by denying Coleen's claims that she leaked her information to the media. The lawyer also revealed that Rebekah had made "strenuous but unsuccessful attempts" to settle the matter but Coleen's post accusing her was not taken down.</p>

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<p>Both Coleen and Rebekah arrived at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Tuesday where a group of photographers waited in anticipation for the two star WAGs. The trial is expected to last a week where both Coleen and Rebekah will testify against each other.</p>

<p>While the trial has been subject to intense media coverage, it has been labelled as a 'waste of time' by legal experts. As per reports, the legal costs of the trial are expected to go past 1 million pounds and the winner will recover around only 70% of the money spent during&nbsp;the legal proceedings.</p>

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The 'Wagatha Christie' court trial began in London on Tuesday (May 10) as two of England's high-profile football spouses went up against each other in a legal battle pending for over a couple of years now.

The 'Wagatha Christie' court trial began in London on Tuesday (May 10) as two of England's high-profile football spouses went up against each other in a legal battle pending for over a couple of years now. Coleen Rooney had accused Rebekah Vardy of leaking fake stories about her in the media, including a private Instagram post in 2019. Followed by Coleen's allegations, Vardy decided to sue her after denying the allegations against her. Rebekah also filed a libel suit against Coleen, who is the wife of former England football team and Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney. Rebekah, on the other hand, is the spouse of Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy. Both Rooney and Vardy played together for England in the Euros 2016 when pictures of Coleen and Rebekah supporting their respective husbands from the stands had gone viral on social media. However, it didn't take much time for the friends to turn foes after Coleen made some shocking allegations against Rebekah. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Becky Vardy (@beckyvardy) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Coleen Rooney (@coleen_rooney) × Also Read: Manchester City reach agreement to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund All you need to know about the Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy feud The feud stems back to October, 2019 when Coleen suspected someone was leaking her private stuff to the media. She claimed she posted fake stories on her Instagram and restricted them to limited accounts that could view them. Coleen said she blocked everyone apart from an account belonging to Vardy to see if the information from her stories would still get leaked. The information did get leaked and appeared in The Sun - A leading English daily leading to a never-ending feud between the two football WAGs. Coleen took to Twitter to allege it was Rebekah who had been leaking her information to the media all this while. While it was reported that Rebekah did try to explain her side of the story to Coleen on phone and also posted on social media, there was no response from Coleen. Rebekah later decided to sue Coleen for libel which gave birth to the 'Wagatha Christie' trial. The name 'Wagatha Christie' came from the famous term 'Wag' which is commonly used for the wives and girlfriends of sports stars. As the trial began on Tuesday, Rebekah's lawyer Hugh Tomlinson defended his client by denying Coleen's claims that she leaked her information to the media. The lawyer also revealed that Rebekah had made "strenuous but unsuccessful attempts" to settle the matter but Coleen's post accusing her was not taken down. Also Read: Premier League: Liverpool maintain pressure on Manchester City after hard-fought win vs Aston Villa Both Coleen and Rebekah arrived at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Tuesday where a group of photographers waited in anticipation for the two star WAGs. The trial is expected to last a week where both Coleen and Rebekah will testify against each other. While the trial has been subject to intense media coverage, it has been labelled as a 'waste of time' by legal experts. As per reports, the legal costs of the trial are expected to go past 1 million pounds and the winner will recover around only 70% of the money spent during the legal proceedings.

Wagatha Christie: All you need to know about the legal battle between Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy

<p>Wayne Rooney said he would pick Paris St Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino over Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to take over his former club Manchester United.</p>

<p>British media has linked Pochettino and Ten Hag to the top job at United, with interim manager Ralf Rangnick's tenure set to end after this season.</p>

<p>Pochettino led Tottenham Hotspur to the Champions League final in the 2018-19 season before joining PSG in January 2021, where he has helped them win two trophies.</p>

<p>"Pochettino has done it in the Premier League. He knows the league," Derby County manager Rooney told Sky Sports.</p>

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<p>"If I'm choosing between those two, I'd go for Pochettino. He would need time and given time he would do well.</p>

<p>"Pochettino is a top manager and he knows how to work with top-class players and young players. They need to get that blend right because they can't afford to fail again."</p>

<p>United are seventh in the Premier League on 51 points with eight matches left to play.</p>


Wayne Rooney said he would pick Paris St Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino over Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to take over his former club Manchester United.

Wayne Rooney said he would pick Paris St Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino over Ajax Amsterdam manager Erik ten Hag to take over his former club Manchester United. British media has linked Pochettino and Ten Hag to the top job at United, with interim manager Ralf Rangnick's tenure set to end after this season. Pochettino led Tottenham Hotspur to the Champions League final in the 2018-19 season before joining PSG in January 2021, where he has helped them win two trophies. "Pochettino has done it in the Premier League. He knows the league," Derby County manager Rooney told Sky Sports. ALSO READ: La Liga: Karim Benzema scores brace as Real Madrid register thrilling 2-1 win against Celta Vigo "If I'm choosing between those two, I'd go for Pochettino. He would need time and given time he would do well. "Pochettino is a top manager and he knows how to work with top-class players and young players. They need to get that blend right because they can't afford to fail again." United are seventh in the Premier League on 51 points with eight matches left to play.

Wayne Rooney picks Mauricio Pochettino over Erik ten Hag for next Manchester United manager

<p>Manchester United and Everton legend Wayne Rooney and iconic Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira on Wednesday were inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.</p>

<p>The Hall of Fame recognises and celebrates the exceptional skill and talent of individuals who have graced the Premier League since its inception in 1992. It is the highest individual honour awarded to players by the League.</p>

<p>Rooney and Vieira are the first two inductees of 2022, with a public vote opening up later in the day to decide another six to join them from a shortlist of 25 former players.</p>

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<p>Rooney joins the select group as the second-highest scorer in Premier League history, after inaugural inductee Alan Shearer, having struck 208 goals in 491 appearances. He also provided 103 assists, a tally only beaten by two players.</p>

<p>"It's a huge honour for me to be named in the Premier League Hall of Fame, alongside an incredible group of players who have already been inducted," Rooney said.</p>

<p>The other HOF inductee, Vieira was a colossal presence in Arsenal's midfield from 1996 to 2005, dominating matches while scoring 31 goals and providing 34 assists in 307 Premier League appearances as he won the title three times.</p>

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<p>Combining power, athleticism and tough tackling with pinpoint passing and ruthless finishing, Vieira won the 2000/01 Player of the Season award and established himself as one of the greatest central midfielders of his generation.</p>

<p>He etched his name into the history books in the third of his Premier League Trophy wins, captaining "The Invincibles" as Arsene Wenger's team won the 2003/04 title without losing a single match.</p>

<p>Vieira finished his Premier League playing career at Manchester City before turning to life off the field. After coaching in the US and France, he was named manager of Crystal Palace last summer.</p>


Manchester United and Everton legend Wayne Rooney and iconic Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira on Wednesday were inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognises and celebrates the exceptional skill and talent of individuals who have graced the Premier League since its inception in 1992.

Manchester United and Everton legend Wayne Rooney and iconic Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira on Wednesday were inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognises and celebrates the exceptional skill and talent of individuals who have graced the Premier League since its inception in 1992. It is the highest individual honour awarded to players by the League. Rooney and Vieira are the first two inductees of 2022, with a public vote opening up later in the day to decide another six to join them from a shortlist of 25 former players. ALSO READ: Manchester United star Paul Pogba says World Cup winner's medal stolen during burglary Rooney joins the select group as the second-highest scorer in Premier League history, after inaugural inductee Alan Shearer, having struck 208 goals in 491 appearances. He also provided 103 assists, a tally only beaten by two players. "It's a huge honour for me to be named in the Premier League Hall of Fame, alongside an incredible group of players who have already been inducted," Rooney said. The other HOF inductee, Vieira was a colossal presence in Arsenal's midfield from 1996 to 2005, dominating matches while scoring 31 goals and providing 34 assists in 307 Premier League appearances as he won the title three times. ALSO READ: Lionel Messi to return to Barcelona? Here's what Barca head coach Xavi has to say about superstar's comeback Combining power, athleticism and tough tackling with pinpoint passing and ruthless finishing, Vieira won the 2000/01 Player of the Season award and established himself as one of the greatest central midfielders of his generation. He etched his name into the history books in the third of his Premier League Trophy wins, captaining "The Invincibles" as Arsene Wenger's team won the 2003/04 title without losing a single match. Vieira finished his Premier League playing career at Manchester City before turning to life off the field. After coaching in the US and France, he was named manager of Crystal Palace last summer.

Premier League legends Wayne Rooney, Patrick Vieira inducted into Hall of Fame

<p>Former England captain Wayne Rooney will open up on his mental health battles in a new documentary named "Rooney", that is scheduled to be screened on Amazon Prime in early 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The trailer of the documentary has been released, that shows glimpses of Rooney's career and moments of his personal life. The trailer also has interviews with famous popular from the world of football including Gary Neville and Thierry Henry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the show's launch, the England's record goalscorer said, "I want people to have a better understanding of me as a person really. Throughout a young sportsperson's life they go through difficult periods and there is a lot of me talking about moments where I was really down, I didn't want to be around anyone."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"People talk about mental health, at the time I did see someone at times. It is about realising what was going through your head and trying to cope with the pressure of playing for Manchester United and trying to be successful, playing for your country, then captaining your country and taking a lot of that pressure on as well."</p>

<p>Rooney, now manager of Championship side Derby, addresses some difficult topics in the one-off film, talking about moments that led to media stories on and off the field.</p>

<p>"They will get a real insight into what was going on inside my head." Rooney burst on to the scene as a 16-year-old for Everton in 2002 before starring at Euro 2004 for the Three Lions, which led to a then world record move for a teenager to Manchester United.</p>

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<p>"Getting thrown into the spotlight as a 16-year-old and having to deal with everything that comes with playing for your country at 17 was all new to me," added Rooney.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I was learning on my feet. I had to learn quick. Of course there were some mistakes along the way as well.</p>

<p>"It is exciting for me to do it and it will be interesting for people to see it."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former England captain Wayne Rooney will open up on his mental health battles in a new documentary named "Rooney", that is scheduled to be screened on Amazon Prime in early 2022.

Former England captain Wayne Rooney will open up on his mental health battles in a new documentary named "Rooney", that is scheduled to be screened on Amazon Prime in early 2022. The trailer of the documentary has been released, that shows glimpses of Rooney's career and moments of his personal life. The trailer also has interviews with famous popular from the world of football including Gary Neville and Thierry Henry. At the show's launch, the England's record goalscorer said, "I want people to have a better understanding of me as a person really. Throughout a young sportsperson's life they go through difficult periods and there is a lot of me talking about moments where I was really down, I didn't want to be around anyone." ALSO READ | Watch: FIFA condemns 'abhorrent' violence as Hungary fans attack police inside Wembley Stadium "People talk about mental health, at the time I did see someone at times. It is about realising what was going through your head and trying to cope with the pressure of playing for Manchester United and trying to be successful, playing for your country, then captaining your country and taking a lot of that pressure on as well." Rooney, now manager of Championship side Derby, addresses some difficult topics in the one-off film, talking about moments that led to media stories on and off the field. "They will get a real insight into what was going on inside my head." Rooney burst on to the scene as a 16-year-old for Everton in 2002 before starring at Euro 2004 for the Three Lions, which led to a then world record move for a teenager to Manchester United. Delighted to announce that Rooney the Documentary will be on @primevideosport early in the New Year. Hear my story in my words. 📽👀 https://t.co/dMQGPnEHOw — Wayne Rooney (@WayneRooney) October 12, 2021 × "Getting thrown into the spotlight as a 16-year-old and having to deal with everything that comes with playing for your country at 17 was all new to me," added Rooney. "I was learning on my feet. I had to learn quick. Of course there were some mistakes along the way as well. "It is exciting for me to do it and it will be interesting for people to see it." (With inputs from agencies)

Insight into what was going on in my head: Wayne Rooney to open up on mental health issues in new documentary

<p>Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of playing until he is 40 as he has adapted his playing style to extend his career, former captain Wayne Rooney said.</p>

<p>Ronaldo, 36, spent six seasons at Old Trafford between 2003-09, winning eight major trophies, and rejoined United from Juventus last month on a two-year contract.</p>

<p>"The last time he played here, he was more of a runner, a great dribbler, with pace and power," said Rooney, now managing second division Championship side Derby County.</p>

<p>"Whereas now, he's a goalscorer. I think his game has adapted dramatically."</p>

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<p>Rooney, United's all-time top scorer, added that his former team mate is a "completely different player" to the one that left the club 12 years ago but can still keep up with the physical demands of the Premier League.</p>

<p>"His ability is obviously one thing, but then he's also looked after himself massively ... he's still in great condition. It wouldn't surprise me if he's playing until he's 40, like Ryan Giggs did, and still scoring goals.</p>

<p>"His team mates will have to work a little harder. But if it's anything like last time -- towards the last two years of playing with him -- the team allowed him to do that because he scores you goals and goals win you games."</p>

<p>Ronaldo, who scored 118 goals for United during his first spell, is expected to feature when they take on Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday.</p>


Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of playing until he is 40 as he has adapted his playing style to extend his career, former captain Wayne Rooney said.

Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of playing until he is 40 as he has adapted his playing style to extend his career, former captain Wayne Rooney said. Ronaldo, 36, spent six seasons at Old Trafford between 2003-09, winning eight major trophies, and rejoined United from Juventus last month on a two-year contract. "The last time he played here, he was more of a runner, a great dribbler, with pace and power," said Rooney, now managing second division Championship side Derby County. "Whereas now, he's a goalscorer. I think his game has adapted dramatically." ALSO READ | Lionel Messi overtakes Pele with hat-trick as Argentina beat Bolivia Rooney, United's all-time top scorer, added that his former team mate is a "completely different player" to the one that left the club 12 years ago but can still keep up with the physical demands of the Premier League. "His ability is obviously one thing, but then he's also looked after himself massively ... he's still in great condition. It wouldn't surprise me if he's playing until he's 40, like Ryan Giggs did, and still scoring goals. "His team mates will have to work a little harder. But if it's anything like last time -- towards the last two years of playing with him -- the team allowed him to do that because he scores you goals and goals win you games." Ronaldo, who scored 118 goals for United during his first spell, is expected to feature when they take on Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday.

Cristiano Ronaldo could play until he's 40, says Wayne Rooney

<p>Manchester United should play Cristiano Ronaldo as a striker if they are to get the best out of the 36-year-old, who has returned to the Premier League club&nbsp;after 12 years, former United captain Wayne Rooney said.</p>

<p>Rooney, United's all-time top scorer, added that his former team mate's "winning mentality" would rub off on the club's youngsters.</p>

<p>Ronaldo was last season's top scorer in Serie A with 29 goals and is the joint all-time leading scorer in internationals with 109 for Portugal where he leads the line.</p>

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<p>"Where would I play him? As a striker," Rooney, now managing Derby County, told reporters. "He's a striker and the other nine outfield players behind him will probably have to do a little bit more work.</p>

<p>"When you've got someone like Cristiano, you want him fresh around the box. He still wants to be the best and I'm sure he will have a big impact on them this season.</p>

<p>"For young players like Mason Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay, to have Cristiano would be a big help for them."</p>

<p>Ronaldo is United's latest high-profile recruit after they brought in winger Jadon Sancho and centre back Raphael Varane, and Rooney said the pressure was now on manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to start winning major trophies.</p>

<p>"Ole will certainly know that he's in a position now where he needs to start winning these big titles with the players that he's brought in," Rooney added.</p>

<p>United are third in the league, two points behind leaders Tottenham Hotspur after three games. Ronaldo is expected to play his first game after the international break when United host Newcastle United on Sept. 11.</p>


Manchester United should play Cristiano Ronaldo as a striker if they are to get the best out of the 36-year-old, who has returned to the Premier League club after 12 years, former United captain Wayne Rooney said.

Manchester United should play Cristiano Ronaldo as a striker if they are to get the best out of the 36-year-old, who has returned to the Premier League club after 12 years, former United captain Wayne Rooney said. Rooney, United's all-time top scorer, added that his former team mate's "winning mentality" would rub off on the club's youngsters. Ronaldo was last season's top scorer in Serie A with 29 goals and is the joint all-time leading scorer in internationals with 109 for Portugal where he leads the line. ALSO READ | Lionel Messi makes his debut in Ligue 1 as Kylian Mbappe steals the show with twin strikes in PSG's 2-0 win vs Reims "Where would I play him? As a striker," Rooney, now managing Derby County, told reporters. "He's a striker and the other nine outfield players behind him will probably have to do a little bit more work. "When you've got someone like Cristiano, you want him fresh around the box. He still wants to be the best and I'm sure he will have a big impact on them this season. "For young players like Mason Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay, to have Cristiano would be a big help for them." Ronaldo is United's latest high-profile recruit after they brought in winger Jadon Sancho and centre back Raphael Varane, and Rooney said the pressure was now on manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to start winning major trophies. "Ole will certainly know that he's in a position now where he needs to start winning these big titles with the players that he's brought in," Rooney added. United are third in the league, two points behind leaders Tottenham Hotspur after three games. Ronaldo is expected to play his first game after the international break when United host Newcastle United on Sept. 11.

Manchester United should play Cristiano Ronaldo as a striker, says Wayne Rooney

<p>Images allegedly showing English football star and Derby County boss Wayne Rooney along with three women have emerged online, according to multiple media reports in UK.</p>

<p>The former Manchester United striker alleged blackmail, but soon dropped the complaint, reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per several media reports, Rooney earlier lodged a complaint with the police department in Manchester claiming that he was ‘set up’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reports suggested that the pictures were taken from Chinawhite nightclub and a hotel, the footballer's consent.</p>

<p>The 35-year-old ex-England captain&nbsp;was seen asleep on a chair in the hotel room.&nbsp;Snapchat model Taylor Ryan posted one of the pictures captioning it: "Mooney Rooney”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rooney is set to start his first full season in charge at Derby County, however, his team lost 2-1 in an away game to Salford in a pre-season friendly.</p>

<p>The BBC cited&nbsp;Cheshire Police department has having received a complaint on Monday after the images were widely shared on social media.</p>

<p>"Officers said they were satisfied that no offences had taken place," it reported, adding that Rooney "did not wish to take the matter any further".</p>


Images allegedly showing English football star and Derby County boss Wayne Rooney along with three women have emerged online, according to multiple media reports in UK.

Images allegedly showing English football star and Derby County boss Wayne Rooney along with three women have emerged online, according to multiple media reports in UK. The former Manchester United striker alleged blackmail, but soon dropped the complaint, reports said. ALSO READ: Condoms and sex at Olympics: Awareness creation, restrictions and pushback As per several media reports, Rooney earlier lodged a complaint with the police department in Manchester claiming that he was ‘set up’. The reports suggested that the pictures were taken from Chinawhite nightclub and a hotel, the footballer's consent. The 35-year-old ex-England captain was seen asleep on a chair in the hotel room. Snapchat model Taylor Ryan posted one of the pictures captioning it: "Mooney Rooney”. Rooney is set to start his first full season in charge at Derby County, however, his team lost 2-1 in an away game to Salford in a pre-season friendly. The BBC cited Cheshire Police department has having received a complaint on Monday after the images were widely shared on social media. "Officers said they were satisfied that no offences had taken place," it reported, adding that Rooney "did not wish to take the matter any further".

UK Police drop blackmail complaint after several viral pictures of football star Wayne Rooney emerge

<p class="MsoNormal">Marcus Rashford has as of late disclosed his definitive Manchester United 6-a-side team, which involves players he watched growing up and one of his present teammates.&nbsp;<br />
He is one of Manchester United's key players and is saturated with the way of life of the club.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Marcus Rashford has reliably followed through on the pitch since the appearance of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and has now enrolled in two consecutive 20 goal seasons for</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Manchester United. His count of 21 goals and 15 assists this season has everything except affirmed the second spot in the association for Manchester United while assisting them with arriving at the Europa League finale.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">He was requested to name his best 6-a-side team in an Instagram Q&amp;A session. Marcus Rashford selected David de Gea however conceded that it was a near fiasco between the Spaniard and Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“Right, I'm going to go with most players from the teams that I watched when I was growing up. I'd probably have David de Gea, but it was a close one between him and Edwin Van der Sar. When I was a kid, Van der Sar was one of the best keepers, and obviously playing with David has been great, so I'd have to put David in there” - he said.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Rashford settled on England defender Rio Ferdinand at the back and picked an attacking lineup with Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Wayne Rooney in front. The Manchester United no. 10 showed his humble side by excluding himself in the setup.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“At the back, I'd have Rio Ferdinand. I'm all-out attack there. I'd have Paul Scholesy in front of Rio, Ryan Giggs on the right, Ronaldo on the left, and Rooney in&nbsp;front. I'm not putting myself in. Not yet” – he added.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Marcus Rashford is a Rooney fan and uncovered that he savored the chance to play close by Manchester United's record goalscorer.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Rooney and Ronaldo were my two favorite players growing up, so to get an opportunity to play with Rooney was an unbelievable experience,” - said Rashford.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Marcus Rashford has been an apparatus in the Manchester United team this season, showing up in 55 games in all rivalries. He is second just to Bruno Fernandes, who has played one more game than the Englishman this mission.<br />
&nbsp;</p>


Marcus Rashford has as of late disclosed his definitive Manchester United 6-a-side team, which involves players he watched growing up and one of his present teammates.

Marcus Rashford has as of late disclosed his definitive Manchester United 6-a-side team, which involves players he watched growing up and one of his present teammates. He is one of Manchester United's key players and is saturated with the way of life of the club. Marcus Rashford has reliably followed through on the pitch since the appearance of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and has now enrolled in two consecutive 20 goal seasons for Manchester United. His count of 21 goals and 15 assists this season has everything except affirmed the second spot in the association for Manchester United while assisting them with arriving at the Europa League finale. He was requested to name his best 6-a-side team in an Instagram Q&A session. Marcus Rashford selected David de Gea however conceded that it was a near fiasco between the Spaniard and Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar. “Right, I'm going to go with most players from the teams that I watched when I was growing up. I'd probably have David de Gea, but it was a close one between him and Edwin Van der Sar. When I was a kid, Van der Sar was one of the best keepers, and obviously playing with David has been great, so I'd have to put David in there” - he said. Rashford settled on England defender Rio Ferdinand at the back and picked an attacking lineup with Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Wayne Rooney in front. The Manchester United no. 10 showed his humble side by excluding himself in the setup. “At the back, I'd have Rio Ferdinand. I'm all-out attack there. I'd have Paul Scholesy in front of Rio, Ryan Giggs on the right, Ronaldo on the left, and Rooney in front. I'm not putting myself in. Not yet” – he added. Marcus Rashford is a Rooney fan and uncovered that he savored the chance to play close by Manchester United's record goalscorer. "Rooney and Ronaldo were my two favorite players growing up, so to get an opportunity to play with Rooney was an unbelievable experience,” - said Rashford. Marcus Rashford has been an apparatus in the Manchester United team this season, showing up in 55 games in all rivalries. He is second just to Bruno Fernandes, who has played one more game than the Englishman this mission.

Marcus Rashford discloses his dream 6-a-side team

<p>Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through.</p>

<p>Derby said in November they had agreed a deal in principle to sell the second-tier club to Abu Dhabi billionaire Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, with the English Football League giving both parties the all-clear to proceed.</p>

<p>Local media on Wednesday quoted Rooney as saying he would speak to the club's owner and CEO to see what the situation is.</p>

<p>"As far as I'm aware, it's still trying to be done. My understanding is that all the paperwork was signed and we were waiting for it to happen," he said.</p>

<p>The former England and Manchester United striker called time on his playing career after being named Derby boss last Friday.</p>

<p>Derby, who beat Bournemouth 1-0 on Tuesday, are under a transfer embargo after players did not receive their wages for December and Rooney was asked if a failed takeover bid would make him reconsider his decision to become manager.</p>

<p>"No, not at all," he said. "Ideally, I want players in. We need that. But if we can't I believe in the quality of the players we've got here.</p>

<p>"With the takeover and the salary situation, it's difficult for players, and it's difficult for me in that I can't go into the transfer market at the moment.</p>

<p>"Ideally, the quicker the players get paid, the quicker we can move on. Then we can look at players we want to bring in."</p>


Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through.

Derby County manager Wayne Rooney said he expects the proposed takeover of the Championship club to go ahead but would remain in his role even if the deal falls through. Derby said in November they had agreed a deal in principle to sell the second-tier club to Abu Dhabi billionaire Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, with the English Football League giving both parties the all-clear to proceed. Local media on Wednesday quoted Rooney as saying he would speak to the club's owner and CEO to see what the situation is. "As far as I'm aware, it's still trying to be done. My understanding is that all the paperwork was signed and we were waiting for it to happen," he said. The former England and Manchester United striker called time on his playing career after being named Derby boss last Friday. Derby, who beat Bournemouth 1-0 on Tuesday, are under a transfer embargo after players did not receive their wages for December and Rooney was asked if a failed takeover bid would make him reconsider his decision to become manager. "No, not at all," he said. "Ideally, I want players in. We need that. But if we can't I believe in the quality of the players we've got here. "With the takeover and the salary situation, it's difficult for players, and it's difficult for me in that I can't go into the transfer market at the moment. "Ideally, the quicker the players get paid, the quicker we can move on. Then we can look at players we want to bring in."

Rooney expects Derby takeover to go ahead despite delay

<p>Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence&nbsp;will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business.</p>

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<p>Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now become the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as an interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Alex Ferguson, who managed the player during his stay in Manchester United, was all praise for Rooney as the player for country and club. While speaking during an event for Sports United Against Dementia, Ferguson said: "He's England's top goal-scorer, he's Manchester United's top goal-scorer and he's had a fantastic career as a player."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It'll give him a starting point." But "it's a results industry and you need to get results. He'll know that better than anyone. He's had a good start... and he has knowledge of the game, a presence about him, and I hope he does well", added Ferguson, who led United to 13 Premier League titles.</p>

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<p>"It's a big step for him. He's quite a wealthy young man now with his career in football, so he probably doesn't need to go into management to look after his family. But he wants to do it and that's important.</p>

<p>"There's no point being a manager because someone asks you to be. He went there as a player-coach, he then became player-manager and now he has the manager's job and that's what he wanted. Hopefully, he does well."</p>

<p>Under Rooney's management, Derby have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, Derby remains locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His appointment as a manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.&nbsp;</p>


Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business.

Wayne Rooney's former coach and mentor Alex Ferguson believes that the English star's knowledge of the game and presence will serve him well in his role as Derby County's new manager, however, he urged the recently retired player to be cautious as management is a results business. ALSO READ: Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney retires Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now become the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as an interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020. Alex Ferguson, who managed the player during his stay in Manchester United, was all praise for Rooney as the player for country and club. While speaking during an event for Sports United Against Dementia, Ferguson said: "He's England's top goal-scorer, he's Manchester United's top goal-scorer and he's had a fantastic career as a player." "It'll give him a starting point." But "it's a results industry and you need to get results. He'll know that better than anyone. He's had a good start... and he has knowledge of the game, a presence about him, and I hope he does well", added Ferguson, who led United to 13 Premier League titles. ALSO READ: PSG's new head coach Mauricio Pochettino tests positive for COVID-19; will miss Angers clash "It's a big step for him. He's quite a wealthy young man now with his career in football, so he probably doesn't need to go into management to look after his family. But he wants to do it and that's important. "There's no point being a manager because someone asks you to be. He went there as a player-coach, he then became player-manager and now he has the manager's job and that's what he wanted. Hopefully, he does well." Under Rooney's management, Derby have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea. However, Derby remains locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference. His appointment as a manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively. Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.

'It's a results industry': Alex Ferguson warns Rooney ahead of his new role as manager

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{d36d92e9-654b-4ef1-b6f9-f545908f4d4a}{198}" paraid="2014617511" >Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County.&nbsp;Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a&nbsp;two-and-a-half-year&nbsp;contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as interim boss when Phillip&nbsp;Cocu&nbsp;was sacked in November 2020.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{0ce0698e-bade-469d-8f1e-8c96688d737e}{53}" paraid="420713093" >Rooney has won three out of nine matches in charge as Derby manager while drawing four.&nbsp;However, Derby remain locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st&nbsp;place Sheffield United on goal difference.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{45a5a2f7-abcc-4dff-ab03-d17ecb0113db}{204}" paraid="251500249" >Under Rooney's management, Debry have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and&nbsp;2-0 win&nbsp;against&nbsp;Swansea.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{45a5a2f7-abcc-4dff-ab03-d17ecb0113db}{204}" paraid="251500249" ><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fatigued-arsenal-frustrated-in-palace-stalemate-356856" hreflang="en">'Fatigued' Arsenal frustrated in Palace stalemate</a></strong></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{208c96d2-7899-4fa7-b56a-79b28df9f11a}{211}" paraid="51638402" >Speaking of his first permanent step into management, Rooney told Derby's official site: "When I first arrived back in the United&nbsp;Kingdom&nbsp;I was completely blown away by the potential of Derby County Football Club.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{80da7f28-f080-431b-910d-5c4b802afbf8}{228}" paraid="909341242" >"The Stadium, Training Ground, the quality of the playing staff and the young players coming through and of course the fan base that has remained loyal and supportive.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{80da7f28-f080-431b-910d-5c4b802afbf8}{246}" paraid="296893662" >“Despite other offers I knew instinctively Derby County was the place for me.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{80da7f28-f080-431b-910d-5c4b802afbf8}{246}" paraid="296893662" ><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-calls-off-match-urges-captains-to-end-hugs-handshakes-356725" hreflang="en">Premier League calls off match; urges captains to end hugs, handshakes</a></strong></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{cdfa6cdf-50e2-4120-8899-3b34bf987d91}{9}" paraid="660456390" >"To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip&nbsp;Cocu&nbsp;is such an&nbsp;honour&nbsp;and I can promise everyone in involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.”&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{cdfa6cdf-50e2-4120-8899-3b34bf987d91}{18}" paraid="457099899" >His appointment as manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record&nbsp;goalscorer&nbsp;with 253 and 53 goals respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ea0ad7d2-5853-49e1-9890-5990c34f1f37}{40}" paraid="722608984" >Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.&nbsp;</p>


Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County.

Wayne Rooney on Friday officially announced his retirement from football as the former Manchester United forward has now been the permanent manager of Derby County. Rooney, a Manchester United legend, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract as the manager of Derby after taking charge as interim boss when Phillip Cocu was sacked in November 2020. Rooney has won three out of nine matches in charge as Derby manager while drawing four. However, Derby remain locked in a relegation battle while sitting behind 21st place Sheffield United on goal difference. Under Rooney's management, Debry have shown improvement including a 4-0 win against Birmingham and 2-0 win against Swansea. ALSO READ: 'Fatigued' Arsenal frustrated in Palace stalemate Speaking of his first permanent step into management, Rooney told Derby's official site: "When I first arrived back in the United Kingdom I was completely blown away by the potential of Derby County Football Club. "The Stadium, Training Ground, the quality of the playing staff and the young players coming through and of course the fan base that has remained loyal and supportive. “Despite other offers I knew instinctively Derby County was the place for me. ALSO READ: Premier League calls off match; urges captains to end hugs, handshakes "To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip Cocu is such an honour and I can promise everyone in involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.” His appointment as manager means Rooney has called it quits from his trophy-laden playing career. Rooney retires as Manchester United and England's record goalscorer with 253 and 53 goals respectively. Rooney came into the scene as a 16-year-old teenager and made his Premier League debut for Everton, scoring a last-minute winner against Arsenal.

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney retires

<p>Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne&nbsp; Rooney has joined the voices of global icons after slamming the FA for the way they are handling the global pandemic of the novel coronavirus.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/arsenal-boss-mikel-arteta-tested-positive-for-coronavirus-premier-league-to-hold-emergency-meeting-285996" hreflang="en">Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus, Premier League to hold emergency meeting</a></p>

<p>Rooney took out his anger on his column in the British Sunday Times by accusing the Football Association authorities of treating players like "guinea pigs".</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chelsea-forward-callum-hudson-odoi-tested-positive-for-novel-coronavirus-286036" hreflang="en">Chelsea forward Callum Hudson-Odoi tested positive for novel coronavirus</a></p>

<p>Wayne Rooney is currently a coach and a player in Derby County which are in the second flight league of English football. He slammed UK's football governing body for not acting quicker to halt the season due to the pandemic spread.</p>

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<p>Leagues in England were halted on Friday after an emergency meeting following Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Chelsea forward Callum Hudson-Odoi's positive tests.</p>

<p>Rooney wrote: "Why did we wait until Friday? Why did it take Mikel Arteta to get ill for the game in England to do the right thing?"</p>

<p>"For players, staff and their families, it has been a worrying week -- one in which you felt a lack of leadership from the government and from the FA and Premier League.</p>

<p>"After the emergency meeting, at last, the right decision was made -- until then it almost felt like footballers in England were being treated like guinea pigs.</p>

<p>"I know how I feel. If any of my family get infected through me because I've had to play when it's not safe, and they get seriously ill, I'd have to think hard about ever playing again. I would never forgive the authorities."</p>

<p>In Europe, at least 2,297 coronavirus-related deaths have been reported. The World Health Organization had declared Europe to be the new "epicentre" of the virus as cases of the virus had ebbed in China.</p>


Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has joined the voices of global icons after slamming the FA for the way they are handling the global pandemic of the novel coronavirus.

Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has joined the voices of global icons after slamming the FA for the way they are handling the global pandemic of the novel coronavirus. Also read: Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta tested positive for coronavirus, Premier League to hold emergency meeting Rooney took out his anger on his column in the British Sunday Times by accusing the Football Association authorities of treating players like "guinea pigs". Also read: Chelsea forward Callum Hudson-Odoi tested positive for novel coronavirus Wayne Rooney is currently a coach and a player in Derby County which are in the second flight league of English football. He slammed UK's football governing body for not acting quicker to halt the season due to the pandemic spread. The Premier League, FA, EFL and WSL have collectively agreed to postpone the professional game in England Full statement: https://t.co/XcDyzBp4Ol pic.twitter.com/cmYjoY3LRR — Premier League (@premierleague) March 13, 2020 × Leagues in England were halted on Friday after an emergency meeting following Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Chelsea forward Callum Hudson-Odoi's positive tests. Rooney wrote: "Why did we wait until Friday? Why did it take Mikel Arteta to get ill for the game in England to do the right thing?" "For players, staff and their families, it has been a worrying week -- one in which you felt a lack of leadership from the government and from the FA and Premier League. "After the emergency meeting, at last, the right decision was made -- until then it almost felt like footballers in England were being treated like guinea pigs. "I know how I feel. If any of my family get infected through me because I've had to play when it's not safe, and they get seriously ill, I'd have to think hard about ever playing again. I would never forgive the authorities." In Europe, at least 2,297 coronavirus-related deaths have been reported. The World Health Organization had declared Europe to be the new "epicentre" of the virus as cases of the virus had ebbed in China.

'Were being treated like guinea pigs', Wayne Rooney slams FA for delayed decisions during coronavirus

<p>Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Manchester United to compete on three fronts after they moved into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 3-0 win at Wayne Rooney's Derby on Thursday.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/uefa-europa-league-martials-goal-helps-man-utd-draw-match-against-club-brugge-281960">UEFA Europa League: Martial's goal helps Man Utd draw match against Club Brugge</a></p>

<p>Solskjaer's side were never in danger of a shock fifth-round exit against the second tier Rams as Luke Shaw's opener and Odion Ighalo's double booked a quarter-final trip to Norwich.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-lampard-asks-for-chelsea-fight-after-smash-and-grab-manchester-united-defeat-281237">Premier League: Lampard asks for Chelsea fight after smash and grab Manchester United defeat</a></p>

<p>Rooney, United's record goalscorer, is back in English football after moving to Derby from DC United in January and he was twice denied by Sergio Romero in his first meeting with his old club since 2018.</p>

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<p>But United were always on top and extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to nine games ahead of Sunday's derby showdown with Manchester City at Old Trafford.</p>

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<p>They remain in the hunt for the FA Cup, the Europa League and still have a chance of qualifying for the Champions League via the Premier League.</p>

<p>United are fifth, three points behind Chelsea, and Solskjaer has urged his players to keep their foot on the gas as they look to turn a troubled season into a memorable finale.</p>

<p>"Today was the highest priority because we're not going to pick and choose games or competitions. We have to go for everything, that's what it is to be at Manchester United," Solskjaer said.</p>

<p>"It's another away draw, we're use to that now. Is it a seventh in a row? We'll have to do it the hard way if want to go all the way. We've got a chance now.</p>

<p>"I'm very pleased with the performance and to go through. You never know, away from home, being the favourites and having City on Sunday how it'll affect their mindset, but it was professional.</p>

<p>"We've found form and defended well, we've had seven clean sheets in those nine games."</p>

<p>United are chasing a record-equalling 13th FA Cup triumph.</p>

<p>They took control at Pride Park after 33 minutes when Shaw scored just his second career goal, his volley bouncing over Kelle Roos via a deflection off Jesse Lingard.</p>

<p>Nigerian striker Ighalo, signed on loan from Shanghai Shenhua in January, got the second goal seven minutes later.</p>

<p>Martyn Waghorn went close for Derby after the break but Ighalo ended the contest when he fired home to complete his double with 20 minutes left.</p>

<p>"He's doing what he says on the tin and what we asked for when we signed him. I'm very happy with him. That type of striker is vital for a team.," Solskjaer said of former Watford forward Ighalo.</p>

<p>"There's more to come. He'll improve and get sharper and more used to us. I've got no doubt he'll only get better."</p>

<p>Former England star Rooney, who left United to rejoin Everton in 2017, almost grabbed a consolation but Romero produced an excellent stop to turn his late free-kick over.</p>

<p>Rams boss Phillip Cocu said: "If the first free-kick goes in, sometimes it defines a game.</p>

<p>"You have to be really effective and on that side, they were much better than we were.</p>

<p>"I'm quite satisfied with the performance."</p>

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Manchester United to compete on three fronts after they moved into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 3-0 win at Wayne Rooney's Derby on Thursday.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Manchester United to compete on three fronts after they moved into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 3-0 win at Wayne Rooney's Derby on Thursday. Also read: UEFA Europa League: Martial's goal helps Man Utd draw match against Club Brugge Solskjaer's side were never in danger of a shock fifth-round exit against the second tier Rams as Luke Shaw's opener and Odion Ighalo's double booked a quarter-final trip to Norwich. Also read: Premier League: Lampard asks for Chelsea fight after smash and grab Manchester United defeat Rooney, United's record goalscorer, is back in English football after moving to Derby from DC United in January and he was twice denied by Sergio Romero in his first meeting with his old club since 2018. Presenting your #MUFC Man of the Match... 🔥 @IghaloJude 🔥 pic.twitter.com/DRFtddnudb — Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 5, 2020 × But United were always on top and extended their unbeaten run in all competitions to nine games ahead of Sunday's derby showdown with Manchester City at Old Trafford. Catching up with old friends 🤗 Great to see you, @WayneRooney - good luck for the rest of the season 👍#MUFC pic.twitter.com/4b1Jx1mBhZ — Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 5, 2020 × They remain in the hunt for the FA Cup, the Europa League and still have a chance of qualifying for the Champions League via the Premier League. United are fifth, three points behind Chelsea, and Solskjaer has urged his players to keep their foot on the gas as they look to turn a troubled season into a memorable finale. "Today was the highest priority because we're not going to pick and choose games or competitions. We have to go for everything, that's what it is to be at Manchester United," Solskjaer said. "It's another away draw, we're use to that now. Is it a seventh in a row? We'll have to do it the hard way if want to go all the way. We've got a chance now. "I'm very pleased with the performance and to go through. You never know, away from home, being the favourites and having City on Sunday how it'll affect their mindset, but it was professional. "We've found form and defended well, we've had seven clean sheets in those nine games." United are chasing a record-equalling 13th FA Cup triumph. They took control at Pride Park after 33 minutes when Shaw scored just his second career goal, his volley bouncing over Kelle Roos via a deflection off Jesse Lingard. Nigerian striker Ighalo, signed on loan from Shanghai Shenhua in January, got the second goal seven minutes later. Martyn Waghorn went close for Derby after the break but Ighalo ended the contest when he fired home to complete his double with 20 minutes left. "He's doing what he says on the tin and what we asked for when we signed him. I'm very happy with him. That type of striker is vital for a team.," Solskjaer said of former Watford forward Ighalo. "There's more to come. He'll improve and get sharper and more used to us. I've got no doubt he'll only get better." Former England star Rooney, who left United to rejoin Everton in 2017, almost grabbed a consolation but Romero produced an excellent stop to turn his late free-kick over. Rams boss Phillip Cocu said: "If the first free-kick goes in, sometimes it defines a game. "You have to be really effective and on that side, they were much better than we were. "I'm quite satisfied with the performance."

FA Cup: Ighalo double denies Rooney as Manchester United move into quarters

<p>Wayne&nbsp;Rooney&nbsp;marked his return to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-unbeaten-for-a-year-liverpool-271841">English football</a> with an assist on his Derby County debut as he captained the club to a 2-1 win over Barnsley in the Championship on Thursday.</p>

<p>The 34-year-old, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-considering-january-reinforcements-with-pogba-mctominay-injured-271629">Manchester United</a> and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/football-england-chief-southgate-dissapointed-to-not-be-linked-to-club-positions-270326">England</a>'s most prolific striker, signed an initial 18-month deal at the second-tier side where he will also work as a coach as he chases his dream of being a manager.</p>

<p>Rooney, who last played for US&nbsp;Major League Soccer side DC United, floated a free-kick into the box at the stroke of halftime which allowed striker Jack Marriott to give Derby the lead with only his second goal this season.</p>

<p>"It was a big night for myself, big night for the club, a lot of excitement, but the main priority tonight was to get three points,"&nbsp;Rooney&nbsp;told sources. "It feels good to finally make my debut and help the team win.</p>

<p>"It was a difficult game, I thought Barnsley played well, made it tough for us, but we worked hard, created chances... It was a good ball and a great finish from Jack. I'm pleased for Jack because he needed that goal."</p>

<p>Derby are 17th in the standings with 33 points from 26 games while Barnsley are in the relegation zone with 21 points, ahead of bottom side Luton Town on goal difference.</p>


Wayne Rooney marked his return to English football with an assist on his Derby County debut as he captained the club to a 2-1 win over Barnsley in the Championship on Thursday.

Wayne Rooney marked his return to English football with an assist on his Derby County debut as he captained the club to a 2-1 win over Barnsley in the Championship on Thursday. The 34-year-old, Manchester United and England's most prolific striker, signed an initial 18-month deal at the second-tier side where he will also work as a coach as he chases his dream of being a manager. Rooney, who last played for US Major League Soccer side DC United, floated a free-kick into the box at the stroke of halftime which allowed striker Jack Marriott to give Derby the lead with only his second goal this season. "It was a big night for myself, big night for the club, a lot of excitement, but the main priority tonight was to get three points," Rooney told sources. "It feels good to finally make my debut and help the team win. "It was a difficult game, I thought Barnsley played well, made it tough for us, but we worked hard, created chances... It was a good ball and a great finish from Jack. I'm pleased for Jack because he needed that goal." Derby are 17th in the standings with 33 points from 26 games while Barnsley are in the relegation zone with 21 points, ahead of bottom side Luton Town on goal difference.

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<p>Former England captain Wayne Rooney is to leave Washington-based DC United after agreeing a deal to become player-coach of the English Championship side Derby County, the club announced Tuesday.</p>

<p>"Following the conclusion of the 2019 MLS season, star forward Wayne Rooney will be departing the club to continue his career in England in order to be closer to family," DC United said in a statement.</p>

<p>"It was announced today that, with the consent of D.C. United, Rooney completed negotiations to become a player-coach for Derby County in the English Championship in 2020."</p>

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Former England captain Wayne Rooney is to leave Washington-based DC United after agreeing a deal to become player-coach of the English Championship side Derby County, the club announced Tuesday.

Former England captain Wayne Rooney is to leave Washington-based DC United after agreeing a deal to become player-coach of the English Championship side Derby County, the club announced Tuesday. "Following the conclusion of the 2019 MLS season, star forward Wayne Rooney will be departing the club to continue his career in England in order to be closer to family," DC United said in a statement. "It was announced today that, with the consent of D.C. United, Rooney completed negotiations to become a player-coach for Derby County in the English Championship in 2020." ⚽ 359 career goals 🦁 120 England caps 🏆 Premier League x5 🏆 League Cup x3 🏆 FA Cup x1 🏆 UEFA Champions League x1 🏆 UEFA Europa League x1 🏆 FIFA Club World Cup x1 — Derby County (@dcfcofficial) August 6, 2019 ×

Wayne Rooney to leave DC United after agreeing Derby deal

<p>Wayne Rooney scored a highlight reel goal with a moon shot blast from his own half of the field to lift DC United to a 1-0 victory over Orlando City on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Former English star Rooney hammered a 68-yard strike over the head of Orlando goalkeeper Brian Rowe and into the back of the net in the 10th minute.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rooney got the ball off a deflected clearance and when he realized Rowe was out of his 18-yard box he launched a first-touch blast that will go down as one of Major League Soccer's goals of the year.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-wayne-rooney-scores-1st-goal-for-dc-united-155494&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwj_-NLT-4jjAhVDfisKHTOJCLoQFjABegQIBhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2tunk11fZSE53V5s45SV5U">DC United</a> goalkeeper Bill Hamid posted his seventh shutout of the year while Rowe finished with three saves.</p>

<p>Rooney will be part of the league's July All-Star exhibition game where he will join Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Josef Martinez.</p>

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<p>The MLS All-Stars will face 10-time La Liga champions Atletico at Orlando City's Exploria Stadium on July 31.</p>


Wayne Rooney scored a highlight reel goal with a moon shot blast from his own half of the field to lift DC United to a 1-0 victory over Orlando City on Wednesday.

Wayne Rooney scored a highlight reel goal with a moon shot blast from his own half of the field to lift DC United to a 1-0 victory over Orlando City on Wednesday. Former English star Rooney hammered a 68-yard strike over the head of Orlando goalkeeper Brian Rowe and into the back of the net in the 10th minute. Rooney got the ball off a deflected clearance and when he realized Rowe was out of his 18-yard box he launched a first-touch blast that will go down as one of Major League Soccer's goals of the year. DC United goalkeeper Bill Hamid posted his seventh shutout of the year while Rowe finished with three saves. Rooney will be part of the league's July All-Star exhibition game where he will join Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Josef Martinez. WAYNE ROONEY FROM PAST MIDFIELD!!!! pic.twitter.com/dJ5BriAOx3 — Major League Soccer (@MLS) June 27, 2019 × The MLS All-Stars will face 10-time La Liga champions Atletico at Orlando City's Exploria Stadium on July 31.

Wayne Rooney scores incredible goal from his own half for DC United

<p>Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is showing maturity beyond his years and can be a "top-class" player in the mould of Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said.</p>

<p>Rashford scored in Saturday's 2-1 Premier League win over Brighton and Hove Albion to take his overall tally to 41 goals in 150 appearances since making his debut in 2016.</p>

<p>Rooney, the club's all-time top scorer with 253 goals, had scored 59 in his first 150 appearances, while Ronaldo had scored 31, and Solskjaer said Rashford was playing at a similar level to the duo at the same stage in their careers.</p>

<p>"Definitely, he can be absolutely top-class," Solskjaer told reporters when the comparisons were suggested to him. "He is only 21 but the maturity he is showing at times is more than 21.</p>

<p>"The way he works during the week is fantastic because he practises a lot. You can't kick him and keep him down. It is a pleasure working with him."</p>

<p>United take on Arsenal in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday before returning to league action against Burnley on Jan. 29.</p>


Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is showing maturity beyond his years and can be a "top-class" player in the mould of Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is showing maturity beyond his years and can be a "top-class" player in the mould of Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has said. Rashford scored in Saturday's 2-1 Premier League win over Brighton and Hove Albion to take his overall tally to 41 goals in 150 appearances since making his debut in 2016. Rooney, the club's all-time top scorer with 253 goals, had scored 59 in his first 150 appearances, while Ronaldo had scored 31, and Solskjaer said Rashford was playing at a similar level to the duo at the same stage in their careers. "Definitely, he can be absolutely top-class," Solskjaer told reporters when the comparisons were suggested to him. "He is only 21 but the maturity he is showing at times is more than 21. "The way he works during the week is fantastic because he practises a lot. You can't kick him and keep him down. It is a pleasure working with him." United take on Arsenal in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday before returning to league action against Burnley on Jan. 29.

Marcus Rashford on same level as Ronaldo, Rooney, says Solskjaer

<p><a href="Golden Globes 2019, Live: Christian Bale wins best actor for 'Vice'">Golden Globes 2019, Live: Christian Bale wins best actor for 'Vice'</a></p>

<p>The big night is here. Golden Globes is set to honour the best of the best from the world of cinema and television in a glittering ceremony in California. Organised by Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the award ceremony serves as a precursor to the Oscars which will take polace in the February 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/england-football-star-wayne-rooney-arrested-in-us-for-public-intoxication-188610">England football star Wayne Rooney arrested in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/england-football-star-wayne-rooney-arrested-in-us-for-public-intoxication-188610">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/england-football-star-wayne-rooney-arrested-in-us-for-public-intoxication-188610"> for public intoxication</a></p>

<p>English football star Wayne Rooney was arrested in December at Dulles Airport outside Washington, DC&nbsp;for public intoxication, according to local police.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ex-venezuela-supreme-court-judge-flees-to-us-raps-president-maduro-188658">Ex-Venezuela Supreme Court judge flees to </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ex-venezuela-supreme-court-judge-flees-to-us-raps-president-maduro-188658">US</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/ex-venezuela-supreme-court-judge-flees-to-us-raps-president-maduro-188658">; raps President Maduro</a></p>

<p>Former Venezuelan Supreme Court Justice Christian Zerpa has fled to the United States to protest President Nicolas Maduro’s second term that will begin with his inauguration this week, the one-time Maduro backer told a Miami broadcaster on Sunday.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/meghalaya-2-dead-after-coal-mine-collapses-188652">Meghalaya: 2 dead after coal mine collapses</a></p>

<p>In yet another mine-related mishap, two people lost their lives after a coal mine collapsed in Mooknor village on Sunday.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-woman-held-at-bangkok-airport-fears-she-will-be-killed-if-repatriated-188650">Saudi woman held at Bangkok airport fears she will be killed if repatriated</a></p>

<p>A Saudi woman held at Bangkok airport said she would be killed if she was repatriated by Thai immigration officials, who confirmed the 18-year-old was denied entry to the country on Sunday.</p>

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Golden Globes 2019, Live: Christian Bale wins best actor for 'Vice' The big night is here. Golden Globes is set to honour the best of the best from the world of cinema and television in a glittering ceremony in California.

Golden Globes 2019, Live: Christian Bale wins best actor for 'Vice' The big night is here. Golden Globes is set to honour the best of the best from the world of cinema and television in a glittering ceremony in California. Organised by Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the award ceremony serves as a precursor to the Oscars which will take polace in the February 2019. England football star Wayne Rooney arrested in US for public intoxication English football star Wayne Rooney was arrested in December at Dulles Airport outside Washington, DC for public intoxication, according to local police. Ex-Venezuela Supreme Court judge flees to US; raps President Maduro Former Venezuelan Supreme Court Justice Christian Zerpa has fled to the United States to protest President Nicolas Maduro’s second term that will begin with his inauguration this week, the one-time Maduro backer told a Miami broadcaster on Sunday. Meghalaya: 2 dead after coal mine collapses In yet another mine-related mishap, two people lost their lives after a coal mine collapsed in Mooknor village on Sunday. Saudi woman held at Bangkok airport fears she will be killed if repatriated A Saudi woman held at Bangkok airport said she would be killed if she was repatriated by Thai immigration officials, who confirmed the 18-year-old was denied entry to the country on Sunday.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<p>English football star Wayne Rooney was arrested in December at Dulles Airport outside Washington, D.C. for public intoxication, according to local police.</p>

<p>Rooney, who has played for US soccer team DC United since last year, was booked into the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center on December 16, on a charge of public intoxication stemming from an arrest by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police, the local sheriff's office said.</p>

<p>Rooney, 33, was released later the same day on a personal recognizance bond, said Kraig Troxell, a spokesman for the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.</p>

<p>It was not immediately why authorities had delayed details of Rooney's arrest for more than two weeks. Rooney's agent could not be reached immediately for comment. DC United did not immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>

<p>Rooney, England's former captain and all-time top scorer, joined the Major League Soccer club in mid-2018 in a deal that was reportedly worth more than $12 million and made him the highest paid player in DC United's history.</p>

<p>Liverpool-born Rooney was the latest addition to an elite list of former England captains to hop across the Atlantic, following David Beckham and Steven Gerrard.</p>

<p>Rooney burst into the consciousness of English soccer when he made his Premier League debut for Everton at age 16.</p>

<p>He joined Manchester United for $35 million in 2004 and stayed there for 13 seasons - winning five English titles, one Champions League, one FA Cup, three League Cups and becoming the club's all-time leading scorer with 253 goals.</p>


English football star Wayne Rooney was arrested in December at Dulles Airport outside Washington, D.C. for public intoxication, according to local police. Rooney, who has played for US soccer team DC United since last year, was booked into the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center on December 16, on a charge of public intoxication stemming from an arrest by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police, the local sheriff's office said.

English football star Wayne Rooney was arrested in December at Dulles Airport outside Washington, D.C. for public intoxication, according to local police. Rooney, who has played for US soccer team DC United since last year, was booked into the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center on December 16, on a charge of public intoxication stemming from an arrest by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police, the local sheriff's office said. Rooney, 33, was released later the same day on a personal recognizance bond, said Kraig Troxell, a spokesman for the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. It was not immediately why authorities had delayed details of Rooney's arrest for more than two weeks. Rooney's agent could not be reached immediately for comment. DC United did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Rooney, England's former captain and all-time top scorer, joined the Major League Soccer club in mid-2018 in a deal that was reportedly worth more than $12 million and made him the highest paid player in DC United's history. Liverpool-born Rooney was the latest addition to an elite list of former England captains to hop across the Atlantic, following David Beckham and Steven Gerrard. Rooney burst into the consciousness of English soccer when he made his Premier League debut for Everton at age 16. He joined Manchester United for $35 million in 2004 and stayed there for 13 seasons - winning five English titles, one Champions League, one FA Cup, three League Cups and becoming the club's all-time leading scorer with 253 goals.

England football star Wayne Rooney arrested in US for public intoxication

<p>As England fans said farewell to <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/wayne-rooney-calls-on-man-united-players-to-stand-up-170437">one of their finest, they also got a glimpse</a> of the future as Gareth Southgate's team beat the United States 3-0 in a Wembley friendly that doubled as Wayne Rooney's tribute game.</p>

<p>Critics of the decision to turn the match into a tribute, and 120th and final cap for Rooney, worried that bringing back a 33-year-old went against Southgate's youth policy.</p>

<p>But with the England manager needing to rotate his squad ahead of the much more important Nations League game against Croatia on Sunday, opportunities were handed to several young players.</p>

<p>Jadon Sancho, the 18-year-old Borussia Dortmund winger, impressed with his light-footed and clever work on the right flank and linked up promisingly with Dele Alli and Jesse Lingard.</p>

<p>"I really did enjoy that, playing in front of my family and in front of the England fans," said Sancho, who moved to Germany in search of playing time having emerged from Manchester City's youth system.</p>

<p>"Playing with Wayne Rooney was a dream come true because obviously, he is a big legend and a role model to me. I was a bit nervous ahead of the game and he came over to me and told me to just express myself because I had nothing to lose," he added.</p>

<p>It was not just Sancho's words that put paid to the fears that Rooney would upset the balance of Southgate's project -- the manager himself noted how Rooney had been a positive influence in the build-up.</p>

<p>"He spoke to them at the end and they would have noticed his humility. He mucked in with the group, trained the same as everyone else, he worked in the five-a-sides and wanted to win everything he was involved in," Southgate said.</p>

<p>"In the game, he was tracking back and he showed what a top player mentality he has," he added.</p>

<p>Southgate highlighted Sancho's decision-making as an area the "raw" winger had to improve on but his awareness for his perfectly-weighted pass to Trent Alexander-Arnold for England's second goal showed real quality.</p>

<p>Alexander-Arnold is England's third choice right back, behind Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier, but the 20-year-old marked his first international at Wembley with his debut goal -- a fine low strike past Brad Guzan.</p>

<p>"A dream come true, first game at Wembley and (first goal) for my country. Jadon Sancho did well to see the vision of me making the run," said the Liverpool defender.</p>

<p>"It's been exciting, looking back on Wayne Rooney's career, he was one of the best players for the country and it was good to share the pitch with him. As a local Liverpool lad, it is good to show people in Liverpool that it is possible."</p>


As England fans said farewell to one of their finest, they also got a glimpse of the future as Gareth Southgate's team beat the United States 3-0 in a Wembley friendly that doubled as Wayne Rooney's tribute game.

As England fans said farewell to one of their finest, they also got a glimpse of the future as Gareth Southgate's team beat the United States 3-0 in a Wembley friendly that doubled as Wayne Rooney's tribute game. Critics of the decision to turn the match into a tribute, and 120th and final cap for Rooney, worried that bringing back a 33-year-old went against Southgate's youth policy. But with the England manager needing to rotate his squad ahead of the much more important Nations League game against Croatia on Sunday, opportunities were handed to several young players. Jadon Sancho, the 18-year-old Borussia Dortmund winger, impressed with his light-footed and clever work on the right flank and linked up promisingly with Dele Alli and Jesse Lingard. "I really did enjoy that, playing in front of my family and in front of the England fans," said Sancho, who moved to Germany in search of playing time having emerged from Manchester City's youth system. "Playing with Wayne Rooney was a dream come true because obviously, he is a big legend and a role model to me. I was a bit nervous ahead of the game and he came over to me and told me to just express myself because I had nothing to lose," he added. It was not just Sancho's words that put paid to the fears that Rooney would upset the balance of Southgate's project -- the manager himself noted how Rooney had been a positive influence in the build-up. "He spoke to them at the end and they would have noticed his humility. He mucked in with the group, trained the same as everyone else, he worked in the five-a-sides and wanted to win everything he was involved in," Southgate said. "In the game, he was tracking back and he showed what a top player mentality he has," he added. Southgate highlighted Sancho's decision-making as an area the "raw" winger had to improve on but his awareness for his perfectly-weighted pass to Trent Alexander-Arnold for England's second goal showed real quality. Alexander-Arnold is England's third choice right back, behind Kyle Walker and Kieran Trippier, but the 20-year-old marked his first international at Wembley with his debut goal -- a fine low strike past Brad Guzan. "A dream come true, first game at Wembley and (first goal) for my country. Jadon Sancho did well to see the vision of me making the run," said the Liverpool defender. "It's been exciting, looking back on Wayne Rooney's career, he was one of the best players for the country and it was good to share the pitch with him. As a local Liverpool lad, it is good to show people in Liverpool that it is possible."

Football friendly: Wayne Rooney says goodbye as England drub US

<p>Former England captain Wayne Rooney hopes the country will embrace a culture of honouring its players in the near-future as he shrugged off criticism on Tuesday of his farewell international appearance against the United States.</p>

<p>The 33-year-old striker will earn his 120th and final England cap at Wembley on Thursday, two years after his last appearance, but his return to the international fold has not been without its critics.</p>

<p>England's record-appearance-maker Peter Shilton said caps should not be "given out like gifts", while former Blackburn Rovers and Celtic striker Chris Sutton believes Rooney's inclusion "devalued the international cap".</p>

<p>Rooney, however, told a news conference on Tuesday that the Football Association had decided it was right to honour his England career in this way having spoken to the current players.</p>

<p>"We haven't done anything like this before but I hope in 10 or 15 years' time we are sat here for someone like Harry Kane who could go on and get the goalscoring record," Rooney said.</p>

<p>"It's nice to be back here, turning up and meeting players again. It was nice to see them and the staff, and the reception they gave me was fantastic. Overall it's great to be back."</p>

<p>Rooney, England's all-time record goalscorer, is expected to make an appearance as a substitute in the friendly against the US&nbsp;-- a match arranged to raise funds for the Rooney Foundation, which aims to improve the lives of disadvantaged children.</p>

<p>Rooney's return has already made an impact at the Wembley ticket office, with more than 20,000 tickets sold since his appearance was confirmed earlier this month.</p>

<p>"It's something different. I'm not asking people to agree with it, but it is important that there is money raised for the Wayne Rooney Foundation," he added.</p>

<p>England manager Gareth Southgate said last week he was yet to decide when in the second half Rooney will come on, but added it would be before fans start "heading for the tube".</p>

<p>When asked if he could start the game, Rooney said: "I said to Gareth whatever he wants from me in the game is what I'll try and give him.</p>

<p>"I'm not putting any pressure on him -- I've seen bits which say 'should he be number 10?', 'Should he wear the armband?' I'm not making any demands."</p>

<p>After a season back at Everton, former Manchester United striker Rooney secured a move to the US&nbsp;to join DC&nbsp;United -- whom he helped to the playoffs in his first campaign.</p>

<p>Despite his impressive run in front of goal, Rooney has ruled out a temporary return to the Premier League during the Major League Soccer off-season.</p>

<p>"No, I think I made the decision to obviously go to the States and I intend to stick with that," he said.</p>

<p>"And its important to me to give my full commitment to DC. Obviously I've seen talk of a loan move back here and that's something I'm not prepared to do."</p>


Former England captain Wayne Rooney hopes the country will embrace a culture of honouring its players in the near-future as he shrugged off criticism on Tuesday of his farewell international appearance against the United States.

Former England captain Wayne Rooney hopes the country will embrace a culture of honouring its players in the near-future as he shrugged off criticism on Tuesday of his farewell international appearance against the United States. The 33-year-old striker will earn his 120th and final England cap at Wembley on Thursday, two years after his last appearance, but his return to the international fold has not been without its critics. England's record-appearance-maker Peter Shilton said caps should not be "given out like gifts", while former Blackburn Rovers and Celtic striker Chris Sutton believes Rooney's inclusion "devalued the international cap". Rooney, however, told a news conference on Tuesday that the Football Association had decided it was right to honour his England career in this way having spoken to the current players. "We haven't done anything like this before but I hope in 10 or 15 years' time we are sat here for someone like Harry Kane who could go on and get the goalscoring record," Rooney said. "It's nice to be back here, turning up and meeting players again. It was nice to see them and the staff, and the reception they gave me was fantastic. Overall it's great to be back." Rooney, England's all-time record goalscorer, is expected to make an appearance as a substitute in the friendly against the US -- a match arranged to raise funds for the Rooney Foundation, which aims to improve the lives of disadvantaged children. Rooney's return has already made an impact at the Wembley ticket office, with more than 20,000 tickets sold since his appearance was confirmed earlier this month. "It's something different. I'm not asking people to agree with it, but it is important that there is money raised for the Wayne Rooney Foundation," he added. England manager Gareth Southgate said last week he was yet to decide when in the second half Rooney will come on, but added it would be before fans start "heading for the tube". When asked if he could start the game, Rooney said: "I said to Gareth whatever he wants from me in the game is what I'll try and give him. "I'm not putting any pressure on him -- I've seen bits which say 'should he be number 10?', 'Should he wear the armband?' I'm not making any demands." After a season back at Everton, former Manchester United striker Rooney secured a move to the US to join DC United -- whom he helped to the playoffs in his first campaign. Despite his impressive run in front of goal, Rooney has ruled out a temporary return to the Premier League during the Major League Soccer off-season. "No, I think I made the decision to obviously go to the States and I intend to stick with that," he said. "And its important to me to give my full commitment to DC. Obviously I've seen talk of a loan move back here and that's something I'm not prepared to do."

Rooney savours England comeback despite criticism

<p>England's great <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=wayne+rooney">Wayne Rooney</a> is set to come out of international retirement to make a final appearance for the Three Lions against the United States later this month in an international friendly at Wembley.</p>

<p>The Football Association announced on Sunday that England's legendary footballer will make his farewell appearance.</p>

<p>Rooney, who plays for <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=wayne+rooney">DC United</a>, will earn his 120th international cap. He had&nbsp;announced his retirement from international football in August 2017.</p>

<p>"I am truly humbled and hugely excited to play for England at Wembley again," said Rooney in a statement issued by the FA that billed the game as his "final England appearance".</p>

<p>"I would like to thank Gareth Southgate and The FA for inviting me back and helping to support my Foundation in the process."</p>

<p>Rooney, who is England's record goalscorer with 53, has not played since a 3-0 victory over Scotland in November 2016.</p>

<p>The match against the USA will be called The Wayne Rooney Foundation International in support of the striker's charity aiding disadvantaged children, with England manager Gareth Southgate naming the 33-year-old in his squad.</p>

<p>He has scored 12 times for DC United since he joined them after the end of the last English season, following a second spell at boyhood club Everton, and helped them climb from the bottom of the league ladder to the play-offs.</p>


England's great Wayne Rooney is set to come out of international retirement to make a final appearance for the Three Lions against the United States later this month in an international friendly at Wembley.

England's great Wayne Rooney is set to come out of international retirement to make a final appearance for the Three Lions against the United States later this month in an international friendly at Wembley. The Football Association announced on Sunday that England's legendary footballer will make his farewell appearance. Rooney, who plays for DC United, will earn his 120th international cap. He had announced his retirement from international football in August 2017. "I am truly humbled and hugely excited to play for England at Wembley again," said Rooney in a statement issued by the FA that billed the game as his "final England appearance". "I would like to thank Gareth Southgate and The FA for inviting me back and helping to support my Foundation in the process." Rooney, who is England's record goalscorer with 53, has not played since a 3-0 victory over Scotland in November 2016. The match against the USA will be called The Wayne Rooney Foundation International in support of the striker's charity aiding disadvantaged children, with England manager Gareth Southgate naming the 33-year-old in his squad. He has scored 12 times for DC United since he joined them after the end of the last English season, following a second spell at boyhood club Everton, and helped them climb from the bottom of the league ladder to the play-offs.

Confirmed! England's Wayne Rooney to make farewell appearance

<p>Wayne Rooney has called on Manchester United's players to stand up and be counted, saying that manager Jose Mourinho is an easy target for the club's troubles.</p>

<p>United battled back from two goals down to beat Newcastle 3-2 at the weekend but are languishing in eighth place in the Premier League, seven points off top spot.</p>

<p>Following the win, Mourinho accused his critics of staging a "manhunt" to get him sacked after a string of bad results and rifts with players including French midfielder Paul Pogba.</p>

<p>But former United captain Rooney, who now plays for D.C. United in Major League Soccer (MLS), said the players had to take some responsibility for the situation.</p>

<p>"It's tough (at United), it has been a tough situation," he said in comments reported by Britain's Daily Telegraph newspaper.</p>

<p>"The players, the manager, it has been a tough start to the season. I know Jose is getting a load of stick but I said a few weeks ago, the players have to stand up. They have to be counted and they have to be better.</p>

<p>"The manager can do so much but then it is down to the players on the pitch to produce, and probably collectively. It (the poor run) is a bit of everything coming together but Jose is an easy target. Some of the players have to be better."</p>

<p>Former England forward said the situation at Old Trafford was similar to when Louis van Gaal was at the helm.</p>

<p>"He took a lot of stick but behind closed doors I said to the players 'we have to be doing better'. Personally, I think he (Van Gaal) set us up brilliantly but we didn't produce on the pitch, so I am sure that is getting said behind the scenes."</p>

<p>Rooney now has nine goals in 16 matches since signing for D.C. United from Everton in June.</p>

<p>The 32-year-old striker has played a part in a late-season surge that has left United two points behind Montreal for the sixth and final Eastern Conference playoff berth with two games in hand.</p>


Wayne Rooney has called on Manchester United's players to stand up and be counted, saying that manager Jose Mourinho is an easy target for the club's troubles. United battled back from two goals down to beat Newcastle 3-2 at the weekend but are languishing in eighth place in the Premier League, seven points off top spot.

Wayne Rooney has called on Manchester United's players to stand up and be counted, saying that manager Jose Mourinho is an easy target for the club's troubles. United battled back from two goals down to beat Newcastle 3-2 at the weekend but are languishing in eighth place in the Premier League, seven points off top spot. Following the win, Mourinho accused his critics of staging a "manhunt" to get him sacked after a string of bad results and rifts with players including French midfielder Paul Pogba. But former United captain Rooney, who now plays for D.C. United in Major League Soccer (MLS), said the players had to take some responsibility for the situation. "It's tough (at United), it has been a tough situation," he said in comments reported by Britain's Daily Telegraph newspaper. "The players, the manager, it has been a tough start to the season. I know Jose is getting a load of stick but I said a few weeks ago, the players have to stand up. They have to be counted and they have to be better. "The manager can do so much but then it is down to the players on the pitch to produce, and probably collectively. It (the poor run) is a bit of everything coming together but Jose is an easy target. Some of the players have to be better." Former England forward said the situation at Old Trafford was similar to when Louis van Gaal was at the helm. "He took a lot of stick but behind closed doors I said to the players 'we have to be doing better'. Personally, I think he (Van Gaal) set us up brilliantly but we didn't produce on the pitch, so I am sure that is getting said behind the scenes." Rooney now has nine goals in 16 matches since signing for D.C. United from Everton in June. The 32-year-old striker has played a part in a late-season surge that has left United two points behind Montreal for the sixth and final Eastern Conference playoff berth with two games in hand.

Wayne Rooney calls on Man United players to 'stand up'

<p>Everton manager Sam Allardyce said Friday Wayne Rooney has not asked to leave the club despite reports he has agreed a "deal in principle" to move to the United States.</p>

<p>Rooney has reportedly agreed a £12.5 million ($17 million) deal with Major League Soccer side DC United that would see the 32-year-old leave his boyhood club just 12 months after rejoining them from Manchester United.</p>

<p>But it is understood that he has not yet decided whether he will leave Everton as he is waiting for uncertainty over Allardyce's position to be resolved.</p>

<p>"My understanding is there seems to have been some negotiation along the line but as for clarity as to whether Wayne is staying or going we'll see later on," said the manager.</p>

<p>"I don't get involved in transfers but there seems to be an interest from DC United. Only when I speak to him today I'll find out where the situation lies.</p>

<p>"I'm comfortable with any player who wants to leave but let's get this clear, Wayne Rooney hasn't asked to leave."</p>

<p>Allardyce, who has had a troubled relationship with Everton's fans, who are unhappy at his style of play, said: "Wayne is a special player but if any player wants to leave they can, in my opinion. Whether they can or can't is another matter.</p>

<p>"The headline isn't 'Sam says Wayne Rooney can leave if he wants to'. If any player wants to leave they can go. I don't want to create the headline."</p>

<p>Asked whether he was surprised negotiations had already taken place, Allardyce replied: "No, it is not my responsibility anymore to be at that level of negotiations.</p>

<p>"The game has changed massively in the last few years. Those areas of negotiations are taken out of a manager's hands now.</p>

<p>"In the old days managers would be involved in every negotiation and every transfer, that is not the case anymore."</p>

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Rooney has reportedly agreed a £12.5 million ($17 million) deal with Major League Soccer side DC United

Everton manager Sam Allardyce said Friday Wayne Rooney has not asked to leave the club despite reports he has agreed a "deal in principle" to move to the United States. Rooney has reportedly agreed a £12.5 million ($17 million) deal with Major League Soccer side DC United that would see the 32-year-old leave his boyhood club just 12 months after rejoining them from Manchester United. But it is understood that he has not yet decided whether he will leave Everton as he is waiting for uncertainty over Allardyce's position to be resolved. "My understanding is there seems to have been some negotiation along the line but as for clarity as to whether Wayne is staying or going we'll see later on," said the manager. "I don't get involved in transfers but there seems to be an interest from DC United. Only when I speak to him today I'll find out where the situation lies. "I'm comfortable with any player who wants to leave but let's get this clear, Wayne Rooney hasn't asked to leave." Allardyce, who has had a troubled relationship with Everton's fans, who are unhappy at his style of play, said: "Wayne is a special player but if any player wants to leave they can, in my opinion. Whether they can or can't is another matter. "The headline isn't 'Sam says Wayne Rooney can leave if he wants to'. If any player wants to leave they can go. I don't want to create the headline." Asked whether he was surprised negotiations had already taken place, Allardyce replied: "No, it is not my responsibility anymore to be at that level of negotiations. "The game has changed massively in the last few years. Those areas of negotiations are taken out of a manager's hands now. "In the old days managers would be involved in every negotiation and every transfer, that is not the case anymore."

Wayne Rooney 'hasn't asked to leave', says Everton boss Sam Allardyce

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