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Rio Ferdinand: 'Robin van Persie was unappreciated by David Moyes'
Rio Ferdinand claims that Robin van Persie was unloved during David Moyes's time in charge of Manchester United last season.
Jun 13, 22:44
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Wayne Rooney hoping for scoring streak during World Cup
England striker Wayne Rooney hopes that his goal in the 2-2 draw with Ecuador will prove to be the catalyst for a scoring streak during the World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 13, 14:24
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Joe Cole: England have "great chance"
Aston Villa midfielder Joe Cole believes that England stand a chance of winning the World Cup.
Jun 13, 11:45
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John Barnes: Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player"
John Barnes tells Sports Mole that Wayne Rooney is England's "most important player" and talk that he should be dropped is "nonsense".
Jun 13, 09:43
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Wayne Rooney praises Brendan Rodgers role in Daniel Sturridge development
England striker Wayne Rooney attributes Daniel Sturridge's progress to Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers.
Jun 12, 23:48
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Michael Owen: 'Dropping Wayne Rooney is not an option'
England legend Michael Owen stresses that dropping former teammate Wayne Rooney for the opening World Cup game against Italy on Saturday is "not an option".
Jun 12, 13:42
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Wayne Rooney's marriage to Coleen "stronger than ever" on six-year anniversary
Wayne Rooney's wife Coleen insists that their marriage is "stronger than ever" on their six-year anniversary.
Jun 12, 11:56
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Video: Danny Welbeck beats Raheem Sterling in 'FIFA' tournament at England base
Danny Welbeck beats England teammate Raheem Sterling in a FIFA tournament at the nation's World Cup base in Brazil.
Jun 12, 11:16
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On this day: England draw with USA after Robert Green error
On this day in 2010, a mistake from goalkeeper Robert Green resulted in England drawing with USA in their opening group game of the World Cup in South Africa.
Jun 12, 09:06
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Gary Neville responds to inadvertently 'revealing England's tactics'
Gary Neville laughs off reports that he has inadvertently given a glimpse of England's tactics to face Italy in their World Cup opener on Saturday.
Jun 12, 08:31
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Wayne Rooney: 'Cristiano Ronaldo driven by personal honours'
Wayne Rooney suggests that Cristiano Ronaldo is more concerned about winning personal awards than sealing trophies in a team effort.
Jun 12, 08:18
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Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney refutes Paul Scholes claims
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney denies that he is past his best.
Jun 11, 22:32
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Wayne Rooney hails 'best' England squad
Wayne Rooney says that the current England squad is the best he has been involved with during his international career.
Jun 11, 22:14
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Pele: 'I'd have picked Wayne Rooney for Brazil'
Brazil legend Pele claims that he would have liked to have seen Wayne Rooney play for Brazil.
Jun 11, 19:46
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Wayne Rooney: 'England are better than Italy'
England striker Wayne Rooney claims that his side are better than Italy ahead of their meeting in Manaus on Saturday.
Jun 11, 18:47
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England striker Wayne Rooney feeling "100% fit"
England striker Wayne Rooney reveals that he is feeling "100% fit" ahead of Saturday's World Cup opener against Italy.
Jun 11, 16:48
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Wayne Rooney: 'Danny Welbeck will be fine'
Wayne Rooney reveals that Danny Welbeck will be fit for England's World Cup opener against Italy.
Jun 11, 16:36
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Phil Neville hits out at Wayne Rooney "witch hunt"
Former England defender Phil Neville claims that Wayne Rooney remains the country's best player amid doubts over his place in the side.
Jun 11, 10:45
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John Barnes: 'Bench Raheem Sterling, Ross Barkley for Italy game'
Ahead of England's World Cup opener against Italy, John Barnes tells Sports Mole that Raheem Sterling and other youngsters would best be used as impact substitutes.
Jun 11, 09:44
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Joe Cole backs Wayne Rooney to deliver at World Cup
Joe Cole backs Wayne Rooney to produce his best form in an England shirt at the World Cup.
Jun 11, 01:28
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Glenn Hoddle: 'Wayne Rooney can take World Cup by storm'
Former England manager Glenn Hoddle believes that Wayne Rooney can take this summer's World Cup by storm if he is able to "relax and play his normal game".
Jun 10, 19:21
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Video: Wayne Rooney, Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo transformed in Nike animation
Neymar, Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo are transformed into animations for a Nike short film.
Jun 10, 09:17
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Video: Wayne Rooney joins England teammates for basketball game
Wayne Rooney and Jordan Henderson team up against Raheem Sterling and Danny Welbeck for a basketball game.
Jun 10, 09:01
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Jose Mourinho: 'Wayne Rooney can lead England in World Cup'
Jose Mourinho rejects suggestions that Wayne Rooney has peaked too early by insisting that he can lead England in the World Cup.
Jun 10, 06:20
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Robbie Fowler: 'Rickie Lambert should start against Italy'
Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler believes that Rickie Lambert should start for England in their opening match of the World Cup against Italy.
Jun 9, 08:44
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David Beckham: 'Wayne Rooney will scare World Cup rivals'
England striker Wayne Rooney should keep his place in the starting lineup as he will "scare" teams at the World Cup, according to David Beckham.
Jun 8, 23:22
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Gianfranco Zola: 'Italy must stop Daniel Sturridge, Wayne Rooney'
Former Italy international Gianfranco Zola says that the team will need to halt Daniel Sturridge and Wayne Rooney when they face England in the World Cup.
Jun 8, 18:45
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Who should start for England against Italy?
Sports Mole picks out the 11 players that we feel should start for England against Italy next Saturday night.
Jun 8, 15:46
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Wayne Rooney: 'I'm feeling fit and ready to play at the World Cup'
England striker Wayne Rooney expresses his delight to be heading to a World Cup without any fitness worries, claiming that he is "feeling fit" and is "ready to play".
Jun 8, 09:33
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Alessandro Del Piero: 'Wayne Rooney ready to lead England'
Former Italy striker Alessandro Del Piero insists that Wayne Rooney is "ready to lead" England at the World Cup in Brazil this summer.
Jun 8, 09:01
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Wayne Rooney content with left-side role
England striker Wayne Rooney reveals that he is happy to play in any role for Roy Hodgson's side at the World Cup.
Jun 8, 04:07
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Patrick Vieira: 'This can be Wayne Rooney's year'
Former France midfielder Patrick Vieira feels that Wayne Rooney can finally produce for England in the World Cup after a low-key season with Manchester United.
Jun 8, 02:23
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Team News: England make 10 changes for Honduras friendly
England manager Roy Hodgson makes 10 changes to England's starting lineup for tonight's friendly against Honduras.
Jun 7, 19:50
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David Sadler: 'Wayne Rooney will shine at World Cup'
David Sadler believes that Wayne Rooney will prove his worth to England over the coming weeks at the World Cup.
Jun 7, 10:54
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Roy Hodgson has "no doubt" over Wayne Rooney's ability in various positions
Roy Hodgson insists that he has "no doubt" over Wayne Rooney's ability to play in different positions.
Jun 6, 17:11
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Video: England's Gary Cahill, Wayne Rooney play golf in Miami
England's Gary Cahill, Wayne Rooney and Jon Flanagan play a round of golf in Miami during a break in their World Cup preparations.
Jun 6, 11:14
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Wayne Rooney dismisses Paul Scholes criticism
Wayne Rooney responds to criticism from Paul Scholes on whether he is up to the job to perform for England at the World Cup.
Jun 6, 06:45
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Frank Lampard: 'Ross Barkley reminds me of Wayne Rooney'
Frank Lampard admits that he is reminded of Wayne Rooney when watching Ross Barkley play for England.
Jun 6, 01:42
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David Moyes: 'I've had offers since leaving Manchester United'
David Moyes confirms that he has had offers to return to management since his sacking from Manchester United.
Jun 6, 01:10
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David Moyes: 'Wayne Rooney vital to England World Cup hopes'
David Moyes believes that Wayne Rooney will be vital to England's chances of World Cup success this summer.
Jun 5, 22:05
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