Wayne Rooney
Born: October 24, 1985 (age 38)
Height: 5' 9" (176cm)
Weight: 12st 13lb (82kg)
Hometown: Liverpool, England
Nationality:
English
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Position: Striker
Team: Plymouth Argyle
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Career History | ||
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Youth | 1996-2002 | Everton |
Senior | 2002-2004 | Everton |
2004-2017 | Manchester United | |
2017-2018 | Everton | |
2018-2020 | DC United | |
2020-2021 | Derby County | |
International | 2003-2017 | England |
Managerial | 2021-2022 | Derby County |
2022-2023 | DC United | |
2023-2024 | Birmingham City | |
2024- | Plymouth Argyle |
Sports Mole has 6,107 articles about Wayne Rooney. Articles 1 to 40:
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Preview: Birmingham City vs. Rangers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Birmingham City and Rangers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 22, 23:38
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Preview: Cheltenham Town vs. Plymouth Argyle - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Cheltenham Town and Plymouth Argyle, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 18, 16:12
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How many times have England won the European Championship?
Have England ever won the Euros before? Sports Mole takes a look at the Three Lions' record at the tournament and how far they have gone in previous years.
Jul 17, 22:30
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Who are the leading goalscorers in the history of the European Championship?
Sports Mole rounds up the all-time top scorers list in the European Championship, with England's Harry Kane moving onto seven goals at Euro 2024.
Jul 17, 18:45
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England European Championship records and statistics
Following this summer's Euro 2024 tournament, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at England's records and statistics at the European Championships.
Jul 15, 00:13
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Can you name the youngest Premier League scorers of all time?
Sports Mole challenges you to name the Premier League's 10 youngest goalscorers in history.
Jul 14, 18:42
![Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014 Wayne Rooney playing for England in November 2014](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024 final: Spain vs. England all-time XI including Rooney, Ramos and Raul
Looking back over the long history of both nations featuring in the Euro 2024 final, Sports Mole selects an all-time Spain and England combined XI.
Jul 13, 14:55
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Man United transfer news: Joshua Zirkzee 'requests' iconic shirt number
Manchester United-bound Joshua Zirkzee reportedly asks for the number nine shirt at Old Trafford, previously worn by Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Eric Cantona.
Jul 13, 08:43
![Birmingham City manager Wayne Rooney on December 8, 2023 Birmingham City manager Wayne Rooney on December 8, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Plymouth Argyle vs. Orlando Pirates - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Plymouth Argyle and Orlando Pirates, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 10, 17:17
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Endrick, Gray, Rooney: The most expensive 18-year-olds in football history
Sports Mole looks at the most expensive 18-year-olds in football history following Archie Gray's big-money switch to Tottenham Hotspur.
Jul 4, 09:28
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Five Championship transfers that you may have missed in recent days
Amid Euro 2024, the Copa America and Premier League clubs attempting to meet financial regulations, Sports Mole takes a look at five Championship transfers you may have missed in recent days.
Jul 3, 12:15
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Preview: DC United vs. FC Cincinnati - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Major League Soccer clash between DC United and FC Cincinnati, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 2, 07:16
![England's Harry Kane with Slovakia's Peter Pekarik and Norbert Gyomber at the end of the game on June 20, 2016 England's Harry Kane with Slovakia's Peter Pekarik and Norbert Gyomber at the end of the game on June 20, 2016](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England vs. Slovakia: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Sunday's European Championship clash between England and Slovakia, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Jun 28, 08:02
![Luton Town manager Rob Edwards celebrates after the match on November 25, 2023 Luton Town manager Rob Edwards celebrates after the match on November 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Championship 2024-25 fixtures confirmed: Luton Town, Burnley to meet in first game
Relegated Premier League clubs Luton Town and Burnley will meet on the opening matchday of the 2024-25 Championship season.
Jun 26, 09:03
![Jermain Defoe celebrates scoring for England against Slovenia in June 2010 Jermain Defoe celebrates scoring for England against Slovenia in June 2010](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
England vs. Slovenia: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Ahead of Tuesday's European Championship clash between England and Slovenia, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Jun 23, 09:40
![England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on June 20, 2024 England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal on June 20, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Euro 2024: England legend blames players for "flat performance" against Denmark
Ex-England forward Wayne Rooney says that the Three Lions players must take the blame for the team's performance against Denmark.
Jun 22, 10:52
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Euro 2024: Who are the BBC and ITV pundits and which team are they predicting to win?
Ahead of Euro 2024 getting underway, Sports Mole looks at the presenters and pundits signed up to the tournament for BBC and ITV, and which team they are backing to win.
Jun 12, 17:13
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How youngest Euro 2024 player Lamine Yamal compares to other Euro 'babies'
Sports Mole looks at how Euro 2024's youngest player - Barcelona and Spain starlet Lamine Yamal - compares to previous teenage sensations at the tournament.
Jun 12, 12:26
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The 10 most expensive British transfers of all time
Sports Mole counts down the 10 most expensive British transfers of all time.
Jun 9, 15:00
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England name Euro 2024 squad - Who makes the cut? Who misses out?
England manager Gareth Southgate confirms his 26-man final squad for Euro 2024, with Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson among the players missing out.
Jun 8, 21:45
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Which teenagers could light up Euro 2024?
Following in the footsteps of several teenage trailblazers, Sports Mole selects the under-20s set to make an impact on Euro 2024.
Jun 7, 17:15
![Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Hungary at Euro 2020 on June 15, 2021 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Hungary at Euro 2020 on June 15, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Cristiano Ronaldo at the Euros: His five campaigns ranked by goal contributions
Sports Mole looks at how Cristiano Ronaldo has performed for Portugal at his five European Championships.
Jun 6, 20:42
![Liverpool celebrate winning the 2005 Champions League after the 'Miracle of Istanbul' Liverpool celebrate winning the 2005 Champions League after the 'Miracle of Istanbul'](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Top 10 European Cup/Champions League finals of all time
Ahead of the 2023-24 Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid, Sports Mole ranks the 10 greatest finals in the history of the competition.
May 31, 10:14
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Manchester City vs. Manchester United: FA Cup Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole takes a look at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester City and Manchester United in the FA Cup.
May 30, 22:05
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Plymouth confirm appointment of Manchester United legend as new manager
Plymouth Argyle confirm the appointment of former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney as their new manager on a three-year contract.
May 25, 15:16
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Bruno Fernandes closes in on Cristiano Ronaldo record at Manchester United
Bruno Fernandes joins the prestigious company of Cristiano Ronaldo and David de Gea after winning the Matt Busby Player of the Year award for the third time.
May 25, 01:15
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Story of the 2023-24 Premier League season
Sports Mole delves deeper into the story of the 2023-24 Premier League season, which saw Manchester City clinch a historic fourth straight title.
May 20, 09:00
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Premier League Team of the Week - Phil Foden, Casemiro, Dejan Kulusevski
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week, including Phil Foden, Casemiro and Dejan Kulusevski.
May 19, 21:05
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Marcus Rashford argues with Manchester United fan before Newcastle United clash
Marcus Rashford was involved in a heated exchange with a Manchester United fan before Wednesday's Premier League clash with Newcastle United.
May 16, 16:29
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"Get rid of them" - Wayne Rooney insists Manchester United must have summer clear-out
Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney says that he would be looking to move the vast majority of the club's squad on as part of a huge clear-out.
May 16, 15:50
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Erik ten Hag disputes Wayne Rooney's Manchester United's injury claim
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag firmly denies a claim that some of the club's injured players are currently ducking matches.
May 15, 08:32
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Top Premier League goalscorers of all time
Sports Mole lists the all-time leading goalscorers of the Premier League era, including all 34 players to have reached at least 100 goals in the competition.
May 14, 22:11
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Preview: DC United vs. New York Red Bulls - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Major League Soccer clash between DC United and New York Red Bulls, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 14, 00:15
![Derby County manager Wayne Rooney before the match on March 5, 2022 Derby County manager Wayne Rooney before the match on March 5, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Wayne Rooney: 'Some of Manchester United's injured players are ducking matches'
Manchester United's record goalscorer Wayne Rooney claims that some of the club's players currently out through injury would be able to take to the field.
May 12, 20:50
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How Liverpool could line up against Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Liverpool could line up for Monday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
May 11, 18:39
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All-time Premier League combined XI: Manchester United vs. Arsenal
Ahead of Sunday's showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, Sports Mole compiles the greatest ever Premier League combined XI from the two clubs.
May 10, 13:37
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal on May 5, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal on May 5, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Mohamed Salah sets new Premier League record in Tottenham victory
Mohamed Salah achieves a feat never previously done in the Premier League during Liverpool's 4-2 beating of Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield.
May 5, 20:46
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal on March 31, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
All-time Premier League combined XI: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur, Sports Mole selects its strongest combined XI from both clubs during the Premier League era.
May 4, 12:13
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Kevin De Bruyne aiming to break Cesc Fabregas Premier League assist record
Kevin De Bruyne will be looking to break Cesc Fabregas's Premier League assist record when Manchester City welcome Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
May 3, 18:24
![Luton Town's Luke Berry scores against Nottingham Forest on March 16, 2024 Luton Town's Luke Berry scores against Nottingham Forest on March 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Luton Town midfielder 'attracting interest from Watford, Queens Park Rangers'
Luton Town's Luke Berry is reportedly attracting interest from Watford, Queens Park Rangers and DC United, with the 31-year-old set to become a free agent this summer.
May 1, 17:26
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Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS | |
1 | Blackburn RoversBlackburn | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | Bristol City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
3 | Burnley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
4 | Cardiff CityCardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
5 | Coventry CityCoventry | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
6 | Derby CountyDerby | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
7 | Hull City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
8 | Leeds UnitedLeeds | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
9 | Luton TownLuton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
10 | Middlesbrough | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
11 | Millwall | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
12 | Norwich CityNorwich | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
13 | Oxford UnitedOxford Utd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
14 | Plymouth ArgylePlymouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
15 | Portsmouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
16 | Preston North EndPreston | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
17 | Queens Park RangersQPR | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
18 | Sheffield WednesdaySheff Weds | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
19 | Stoke CityStoke | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
20 | Sunderland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
21 | Swansea CitySwansea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
22 | Watford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
23 | West Bromwich AlbionWest Brom | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
24 | Sheffield UnitedSheff Utd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2 |
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