Wayne Rooney
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Wayne Rooney can play midfield'
Sir Alex Ferguson insists that Wayne Rooney has the ability to play in midfield.
Nov 2, 19:33
Mario Balotelli
Mario Balotelli effigy to be burnt
A 30ft effigy of Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli will be burned by Edenbridge Bonfire Society this weekend.
Nov 2, 13:18
Alex Ferguson
Alex Ferguson not shocked by Rooney Ballon d'Or nod
Alex Ferguson says that he is not surprised that Wayne Rooney has made the Ballon d'Or shortlist.
Nov 2, 07:59
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney shortlisted for Ballon d'Or
Wayne Rooney is the only Englishman nominated for FIFA's Ballon D'or award this year.
Nov 1, 08:46
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney criticises 12pm start
Wayne Rooney criticises the decision that saw Manchester United travel to Everton for a 12pm kick-off.
Oct 29, 18:49
Wayne Rooney
Montenegro defender writes to UEFA
Montenegro defender Miodrag Dzudovic reportedly writes to UEFA opposing the ban handed to Wayne Rooney after his sending off in last month's Euro 2012 qualifier.
Oct 29, 10:52
Wayne Rooney
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Wayne Rooney is an Everton traitor'
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says that Wayne Rooney will always be a traitor to Everton fans following his move to Old Trafford seven years ago.
Oct 28, 23:14
Wayne Rooney
UEFA to delay reasons for Rooney ban
UEFA have told the FA that they will not give a written explanation as to why Wayne Rooney was hit with a three-match ban until a later date.
Oct 26, 17:01
Wayne Rooney
FA to decide Rooney appeal this week
The FA will decide on whether to appeal Wayne Rooney's three-match ban after receiving the reasons behind the ban from UEFA.
Oct 26, 08:54
Sergio Aguero
In Pictures: Manchester United 1-6 Manchester City
Pictures from Manchester City's 6-1 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Oct 23, 16:36
Mario Balotelli
Result: Manchester United 1-6 Manchester City
Manchester City comfortably dispose of local rivals Manchester United to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
Oct 23, 14:22
Mario Balotelli
Team News: Mario Balotelli starts for Manchester City
Mario Balotelli partners Sergio Aguero in attack for Manchester City, while captain Nemanja Vidic is not included for champions Manchester United.
Oct 23, 11:41
Darren Bent
Darren Bent aims for England starting role
Darren Bent hopes to play up front for England during Wayne Rooney's absence at the European Championships.
Oct 22, 12:45
Stuart Pearce, Hope Powell
FA won't rule out Euros, Olympic double up
The FA say that they will not 'rule out' the possibility of players competing in both the European Championships and Olympics next year.
Oct 21, 14:30
Wayne Rooney
Rooney becomes leading English Champions League goalscorer
Wayne Rooney becomes the leading English goalscorer in the Champions League after finding the net twice last night.
Oct 19, 12:22
Fabio Capello
Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand receive England boosts
Fabio Capello insists that England will "need" the experience of Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand during Euro 2012.
Oct 19, 11:59
Ross Barkley
David Moyes: It will be hard to hold on to Ross Barkley
Everton manager David Moyes admits that it will be hard to hold on to teenage starlet Ross Barkley if a big club comes in for him.
Oct 18, 22:03
Wayne Rooney
Result: Otelul Galati 0-2 Manchester United
Manchester United take all three points following a 2-0 victory over Otelul Galati in Bucharest.
Oct 18, 20:38
Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic
Team News: Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic return for Man United
Sir Alex Ferguson recalls Wayne Rooney and Nemanja Vidic to the Manchester United starting lineup for tonight's match against FC Otelul Galati.
Oct 18, 18:05
Jermain Defoe
Jermain Defoe: I can replace Rooney
Jermain Defoe believes he can replace Wayne Rooney for England in this summer's European Championships.
Oct 17, 22:48
Wayne Rooney
Ferguson: Wayne Rooney will play in Romania
Sir Alex Ferguson confirms Wayne Rooney will feature for Manchester United in their Champions League tie with Otelul Galati tomorrow night.
Oct 17, 22:42
Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic
Wayne Rooney, Nemanja Vidic to make United return
Wayne Rooney and Nemanja Vidic will start for Manchester United against FC Otelul Galati tomorrow evening, according to manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Oct 17, 18:11
Wayne Rooney
Montenegro defender Miodrag Dzudovic vows to help Wayne Rooney red card appeal
Montenegro defender Miodrag Dzudovic has said that he will speak up for Wayne Rooney if the striker decides to appeal his Euro ban.
Oct 16, 23:28
Danny Welbeck
Alex Ferguson: Danny Welbeck ready to replace Wayne Rooney for England
Sir Alex Ferguson insists that Danny Welbeck will be ready to replace Wayne Rooney at the European Championships.
Oct 16, 08:21
Steven Gerrard
Steven Gerrard: 'Wayne Rooney has to go to Euro 2012'
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes that Wayne Rooney should be taken to Euro 2012, despite his three-game ban.
Oct 15, 23:57
Javier Hernandez
In Pictures: Liverpool 1-1 Manchester United
Pictures from Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Manchester United at Anfield.
Oct 15, 16:00
Javier Hernandez
Result: Liverpool 1-1 Manchester United
Javier Hernandez comes off the bench to secure a point for Manchester United against Liverpool this afternoon.
Oct 15, 13:37
Wayne Rooney
Ferguson: "Wayne Rooney's had a bad week"
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that he decided to drop Wayne Rooney for this afternoon's match with Liverpool because he has "had a bad week".
Oct 15, 11:34
Wayne Rooney, Javier Hernandez
Team News: Steven Gerrard starts, Wayne Rooney absent
Wayne Rooney and Javier Hernandez are on the bench for Manchester United, while Steve Gerrard starts for Liverpool at Anfield this afternoon.
Oct 15, 11:05
Alex Ferguson
Alex Ferguson unsurprised by Wayne Rooney's Euro ban
Sir Alex Ferguson reveals that he is not surprised by the length of Wayne Rooney's Euro ban.
Oct 14, 23:34
Daniel Sturridge
Daniel Sturridge not "stressing" over England future
Chelsea's Daniel Sturridge admits that he's "not worried" about a potential England call-up.
Oct 14, 14:27
Wayne Rooney
Stan Collymore: 'England should leave Wayne Rooney out of Euro 2012'
Stan Collymore believes that selecting Wayne Rooney for England's Euro 2012 campaign would send "an awful message".
Oct 14, 14:23
David Moyes
Everton boss David Moyes: Wayne Rooney ban is "a joke"
Everton boss David Moyes thinks Uefa's decision to ban Wayne Rooney for three games is "excessive".
Oct 14, 11:19
Wayne Rooney
George Cohen: Fabio Capello has to replace Wayne Rooney
England legend George Cohen urges Fabio Capello to replace Wayne Rooney for Euro 2012.
Oct 14, 06:25
Darren Bent
Alex McLeish: 'Darren Bent can replace Wayne Rooney for England'
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish believes that Darren Bent is the man to replace Wayne Rooney at Euro 2012.
Oct 13, 22:49
Steve Jennings
Motherwell to keep selecting alleged betting scam player
Motherwell confirm that they will continue to pick Steve Jennings, the player who was at the centre of an alleged betting scam.
Oct 13, 22:14
Wayne Rooney
Mixed reactions to Wayne Rooney's ban
Members of the footballing world express mixed reactions to Wayne Rooney's three-match ban.
Oct 13, 18:19
Wayne Rooney
Football Association to consider action against Rooney ban
The FA say that they will consider Wayne Rooney's three-match UEFA ban before making a decision on whether to appeal.
Oct 13, 17:25
Fabio Capello
FA confirm England, Sweden friendly
England and Sweden schedule an international friendly for next month.
Oct 13, 17:14
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney hit with three-match ban
UEFA have banned Wayne Rooney for three matches in the European Championships next year.
Oct 13, 16:46
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