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Trent won't make England return under Tuchel - Rooney

Wayne Rooney has expressed grave concerns over Trent Alexander-Arnold's international future following his omission from Thomas Tuchel’s latest England squad. The former Manchester United captain believes the Real Madrid defender might have already been permanently discarded from the German manager's plans ahead of the World Cup.

Kai Rooney ruled out for rest of season

Manchester United academy star Kai Rooney has seen his impressive campaign come to a disappointing end after being ruled out for the remainder of the season. The 16-year-old, who is the son of United legend Wayne Rooney, confirmed the news via social media following a period of significant progress in the club's youth ranks.

Kai Rooney helps Man Utd U16s clinch EPL shield with Wayne & Coleen watching on

Kai Rooney continues to follow in his father’s illustrious footsteps, playing a pivotal role as Manchester United Under-16s secured the Premier League Shield with a victory over Burnley. The 16-year-old was cheered on by his proud parents, Wayne and Coleen, at Carrington to celebrate the latest milestone in his burgeoning career. With a scholarship already secured, the young forward is fast becoming one of the most exciting prospects in the United academy.

Ferdinand disagrees with Rooney: 'Neymar did things Messi & CR7 couldn't'

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has waded into the debate surrounding Neymar's legacy, directly challenging former team-mate Wayne Rooney’s recent suggestion that the Brazilian was never a "top, top player". Speaking on his podcast, the former England defender insisted that at his peak, Neymar possessed a level of flair and technical ability that rivalled Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. While acknowledging Rooney's own greatness, Ferdinand argued that the Santos star was once the undisputed heir to the global throne.

KDB & the top 25 Premier League players of the 21st century

GOAL attempts the impossible by ranking the finest footballers to grace the English top flight since 2000

Rooney vs Ronaldinho: Man Utd star Cunha picks perfect 10

Certain numbers capture the imagination more than others, with Manchester United star Matheus Cunha picking his perfect 10 after inheriting that iconic jersey at Old Trafford. The Brazil international was, while speaking to GOAL, able to narrow his choice down to a shortlist of two - with a Red Devils legend and World Cup-winning countryman getting the nod.

Rooney suggests Trent & Bellingham 'clique' issue led to England snub

Wayne Rooney has expressed his shock after Trent Alexander-Arnold was omitted from Thomas Tuchel’s latest 35-man England squad. The Real Madrid defender is a high-profile absentee for the upcoming friendlies against Uruguay and Japan, leading the former Manchester United captain to suggest a deeper issue. Rooney sparked controversy by questioning if the snub is a tactical move to dismantle a perceived "clique" involving Jude Bellingham.

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Rooney slams South Africa 2010 World Cup as 'worst' in history

Former England captain Wayne Rooney has caused a stir by labeling the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa as the worst edition in the history of the tournament. The Manchester United legend’s assessment comes years after a campaign defined by frustration both on and off the pitch for the Three Lions.

Rooney brutally claims Brazil star Neymar was never world class

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney says he has never considered Neymar to be world class. The Brazilian superstar has enjoyed a stellar career, winning titles across the globe with Santos, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. The forward has also dazzled in Brazil's colours on the international stage but that's not been enough to impress the former England international.

Carrick and Rooney watch Man Utd U18s reach FA Youth Cup semis

Manchester United legends Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick were in the stands at Old Trafford to witness the Under-18s edge past Sunderland in a five-goal thriller. While all eyes were on the stars of tomorrow, one rising talent stole the spotlight to secure a semi-final spot.

Henry warns Arsenal over Dowman

Arsenal icon Thierry Henry revealed his physical reaction to seeing Max Dowman find the net, admitting the youngster's performance left him stunned. Dowman, aged just 16, scored his first ever Premier League goal after a remarkable solo run that saw him beat two Everton defenders before finishing past Jordan Pickford to seal a vital 2-0 win.

Rooney has Coleen feeling like she’s ‘looking after fifth child’

Wayne Rooney’s behaviour, which is considered to be “humiliating” at times, reportedly has wife Coleen feeling as though she is “looking after a fifth child”. The Manchester United legend made more unfortunate headlines recently when attending a pre-Brit Awards party, but alcohol-fuelled antics there are said to have barely registered with his long-time partner.

Rooney sends school warning to Arsenal wonderkid Dowman

Manchester United and England legend Wayne Rooney has delivered a timely dose of reality to Arsenal's newest sensation Max Dowman, urging the history-making teenager to keep his focus firmly locked on education despite a truly breathtaking introduction to top-flight football under Mikel Arteta.

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Carrick reacts as Rooney backs him for permanent Man Utd job

Interim Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed growing calls for him to take the job on a permanent basis, describing the speculation as "only noise," following a crucial 3-1 Premier League victory over Aston Villa. The win prompted club legend Wayne Rooney to publicly endorse his former team-mate for the full-time managerial role at Old Trafford.

Who'd play Rooney in MOTD movie? Man Utd legend picks Hollywood icon

Wayne Rooney and Micah Richards shared a hilarious exchange about which actors would play them in a hypothetical Match of the Day film. While the Manchester United legend ambitiously selected Hollywood star Tom Hardy for his own role, Richards couldn't contain his laughter, leading Rooney to jokingly accept a brutal comparison to a notorious Prison Break character instead.

'100 per cent!' - Rooney urges Man Utd to give Carrick permanent role

Wayne Rooney has told Manchester United to make Michael Carrick head coach on a permanent basis after his former team-mate oversaw a 3-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. Casemiro, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko were all in target as Carrick recorded his seventh victory out of nine matches since succeeding Ruben Amorim until the end of the season.

Frequently asked questions

: Marcus Rashford can play in all the three positions in attack, although he's most often used as a left winger at Manchester United.
: Marcus Rashford was born in Manchester, England, and was brought up in the Fallowfield, Withington, and Wythenshawe areas of the city.
: Marcus Rashford wears the No. 10 jersey at Manchester United. He was given this number after Zlatan Ibrahimovic's departure ahead of the 2018-19 season, making him just the third academy graduate after Mark Hughes and David Beckham to wear it.
: Marcus Rashford is 1.80m (5ft 11in) tall. He is an explosive winger with a powerful shooting technique.
: Marcus Rashford weighs 70kg (154 lbs), allowing him to rely on his acceleration and speed, as well as agility.
: Marcus Rashford spent two years (2003-2005) at Fletcher Moss Rangers, before joining the Manchester United youth academy in 2005. Interestingly, he spent a week of training at Manchester City and had garnered interest from Liverpool and Everton.
: No, Marcus Rashford does not have any children.
: Marcus Rashford is currently single after breaking up with ex-fiancee Lucia Loi in 2023.

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