The Wayne Rooney Show

Wayne reflects on Max Dowman’s breakthrough moment for Arsenal and explains why those first moments can stay with a player forever. He also discusses how young players should be supported, balancing the hype around them with the need to protect their development based off his own experiences at 16.Wayne also addresses the discussion around Anthony Gordon's post-match comments after Chelsea and the role sports science now plays in team selection, explaining how different the approach would have been earlier in his career under Sir Alex Ferguson.They talk about Bruno Fernandes’ influence and consistency during a difficult period for Manchester United and there's also praise for Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha, whose direct style and willingness to run at defenders has caught Wayne’s attention.And what does Wayne think about Arsenal’s position in the title race? And why does he believe the race is not completely settled yet?

Wayne Rooney sits down with Michael Owen to look back on two of the most explosive teenage breakthroughs English football has ever seen. At the heart of the conversation is the big debate: who really made the bigger impact at 18? They also discuss whether modern football still allows teenage stars to emerge in the same way, and how today’s forwards, from Erling Haaland to Hugo Ekitike are developing and whether the Frenchman can become truly world class.. Michael and Wayne compare themselves to the young players coming through today, and whether Liverpool on form are the best team in the Premiership and should Michael Carrick get the Manchester United job permanently. They reflect on the pressure of playing for England, the dressing rooms they walked into as teenagers, and the expectations that followed them throughout their careers, from Anfield and Old Trafford to major tournaments with the national team. It’s a frank and entertaining look at two remarkable careers, and the teenage moments that defined them.

Wayne looks back on a classic FA Cup weekend, beginning with Wrexham’s thrilling tie with Chelsea - a game he says was the most he has enjoyed since retiring from playing. He also reflects on the atmosphere at the Racecourse Ground, the controversial red card that changed the match and why he believes VAR is removing emotion from the game.The team also discuss the weekend's big cup upsets, with Wayne questioning why so many teams still rest players in a competition he believes should always be taken seriously. He explains why cup runs matter so much to supporters and why the FA Cup remains one of football’s greatest competitions.Subscribe now and remember the name.

Wayne sits down with his former teammate Franny Jeffers to retrace a career that began with a boyhood Everton dream. Franny recalls joining the club at 11, the Christmas night call from Howard Kendall that led to his debut at 16, and the pride of representing his boyhood team, inspiring a young Wayne watching from Croxteth.They revisit their England call-ups, sharing the pitch together under Sven, before turning to the Arsenal move that changed everything - a deal confirmed while Franny was in a nightclub in Magaluf! He reflects on walking into a dressing room with Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp, realising “there’s levels to football”, and the struggle for rhythm that followed.In one of the most honest moments, Franny admits leaving Everton may have “killed” his career, as he and Wayne discuss belief, loyalty and the fine margins that define the game.

Wayne takes us on a trip through the most memorable European away nights from his career. He revisits the 2007 Champions League semi-final at the San Siro, remembering the performance from one AC Milan superstar that he still calls the best he’s ever played against. He explains why Rangers was the most hostile ground and how it got a bit personal between him and the Ibrox crowd. Wayne also recalls a surreal post-match encounter in a Chinese restaurant with Diego Maradona after playing Real Madrid and the souvenir he walked with and shares why Celtic Park was special for him, even in defeat, and how Sir Alex Ferguson gave him both barrels after the game. And what was Wayne's favourite European night? A match that he says he should never have played in, but saw Manchester United give one of their biggest rivals a football lesson. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney has questioned whether Tottenham can still be regarded as part of the Premier League’s traditional “big six” following their defeat in the North London derby.Wayne, Kelly Somers & Kae Kurd reflect on Spurs’ current position with Wayne suggesting their league standing reflects the level of their current squad. Does he believe Tottenham have just about enough to avoid relegation?In terms of Arsenal, they debate who should be starting in the number 10 role - Eberechi Eze or Martin Ødegaard? And is Declan Rice thinking about winning too much?Looking ahead to England, Wayne mentions how several established internationals have experienced mixed club campaigns this season, while emerging players, like Morgan Rogers and Nico O'Reilly, have strengthened their cases in recent weeks.He also lifts the lid on his work as a Match of the Day pundit, describing the programme as the most demanding broadcast role he's undertaken and how he wants to continue to improve.

We have an in-depth Manchester City special for this episode and Wayne, Kelly and Kae are joined by former City midfielder Michael Brown and podcaster David Mooney. They assess how City’s season has unfolded so far and they discuss whether they will catch Arsenal in the Premier League title race.There’s a major focus on the future of Pep Guardiola: will this be his final season in Manchester? How much might his decision hinge on whether City win silverware? And why does Wayne want him to stay?They tackle the big off-field question: how the charges for allegedly breaching Premier League financial rules - strongly denied by Manchester City - could influence Guardiola’s thinking, and whether a guilty verdict could make his departure more likely. Wayne reveals how he would feel if he were retrospectively awarded a Premier League winners’ medal depending on the outcome of the case.They also look at why Phil Foden’s form has dipped. Is he a victim of tactical evolution, squad rotation, or both?You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne, Kelly and Kae welcome former Premier League referee Graham Scott to discuss modern officiating. They break down the controversial decisions from the Aston Villa v Newcastle FA Cup tie, with Graham explaining why it’s unfair to say referees are hiding behind VAR or petrified to make big calls without it. He reveals whether officials know at half-time if they’ve made a mistake, how errors affect them mentally, and why early VAR days carried a stigma when decisions were overturned.Wayne shares his concern that football’s emotion is being drained by technology, and the panel debate whether Premier League referees should drop into the Championship - where there’s no VAR - to stay sharp.Graham recalls the time Rooney confronted him after a heavy challenge in a game against Tottenham, while Wayne lifts the lid on how Sir Alex Ferguson encouraged Manchester United players to pressure refs, but punished them if they got booked.Wayne also gives his verdict on Thomas Tuchel extending his tenure as England head coach: why it’s a smart move by the FA and what it could mean for the squad going forward.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

It’s a proper family affair on this week’s The Wayne Rooney Show as Wayne is joined by his brother, Macclesfield manager John Rooney, and his assistant, the former Everton striker Francis Jeffers. The episode starts where it all began: Croxteth. The trio reminisce about growing up together, with Francis recalling seeing a young Wayne up to mischief, long before the Premier League spotlight arrived. They share stories from their teenage years, including nights in their local pub, and the legendary moment one of the regulars started diving around the bar wearing an actual Peter Schmeichel shirt Wayne had handed over after an Everton match. Wayne opens up on how much he looked up to Francis when he burst into Everton’s first team as a teenager. He also reveals that Francis was the inspiration behind his famous “Once A Blue, Always A Blue” message after scoring in the FA Youth Cup Final. The focus then shifts to the present day and Macclesfield’s remarkable FA Cup run. John and Francis look ahead to their huge 4th round tie with Premier League Brentford, discussing the mood in the camp and whether they believe another upset is on the cards. The pair also relive their stunning 3rd round win over Crystal Palace, with Francis revealing that a half-time row between Palace’s manager and captain convinced him the upset was on. Wayne adds his own perspective, explaining just how easy it can be for Premier League sides to get caught cold in these fixtures. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds

Wayne Rooney is back alongside Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to react to the incredible late drama in Manchester City’s 2-1 win over Liverpool, with Wayne giving his verdict on the controversial disallowed goal, while Kae explains why he believes the decision was “anti-football”. BBC Football Issues Correspondent Dale Johnson joins the show to clarify exactly why the referee ruled the goal out and why City’s match-winning penalty was awarded.They also assess what the result means for the Premier League title race, and whether Arsenal might now be starting to feel the pressure. Wayne also questions what the defeat could mean for Liverpool's season and the added pressure on Arne Slot.Following Cristian Romero’s latest red card: is he the right man to lead the side? Wayne explains why he feels sympathy for Thomas Frank too.   And Wayne and Kae discuss whether Michael Carrick is edging closer to becoming permanent head coach, with Wayne revealing why he’s deliberately avoiding talking football when he speaks to Carrick on the phone right now.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne looks back on some of the wildest and most unforgettable moments of his career with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd. He relives his stunning halfway-line strike for Everton against West Ham in 2017, and reveals whether Sir Alex Ferguson used to lose his temper seeing him try something like that at Manchester United.Wayne also opens up on the infamous moment he swore into the camera after scoring against West Ham, why he did it, whether he regrets it now, and why he felt the two-game ban that followed was especially harsh.The episode also dives into some of the Premier League’s greatest goals, including his role in Robin van Persie’s iconic volley against Aston Villa in 2013, why it wasn’t just a lucky moment, and where it ranks among the best strikes the league has ever seen.Plus, he revisits the famous end-to-end team goal with Cristiano Ronaldo against Bolton, how it was worked on in training, and why that tactic was often so effective for United, especially against Arsenal. Wayne also shares what it was really like playing alongside Ronaldo as he elevated himself to superstar level, and what he was like behind the scenes. Finally, Wayne explains why he shaved the number 19 on to his chest and what Coleen thought of it and he tells a hilarious story from a team charades game where he dared to mime Fergie’s infamous boot incident with David Beckham…right in front of the boss himself.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne, Kelly Somers, Kae Kurd and The Sunday Times chief football correspondent Jonathan Northcroft react to a huge night in the title race after Manchester City were held 2-2 at Tottenham. They discuss what Spurs’ performance could do for Thomas Frank’s standing with the Tottenham fans and whether the result has handed Arsenal the initiative at the top.Wayne shares why he believes Mikel Arteta has been brilliant over the past week, before they debate whether this could be Pep Guardiola’s final season at Manchester City and just how enormous his legacy will be on English football.There’s also plenty of talk about Liverpool after their 4-1 win over Newcastle, with questions over whether Ekitike and Wirtz are now the main men at Anfield. Wayne suggests Mo Salah’s time on Merseyside could be coming to an end, and gives his take on why Alexander Isak has struggled this season.Meanwhile, Wayne and Kae are buzzing after Manchester United’s dramatic 3-2 late win over Fulham. Wayne reveals who impressed him most and explains why it may soon be impossible for the United board to ignore Michael Carrick as the full-time head coach.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

It’s your questions answered by Wayne Rooney. In a special Q&A episode, Wayne opens up on everything from dressing-room secrets to defining moments of his career. He reveals the hilarious code names his Manchester United team-mates used while playing SOCOM, recalls Sir Alex Ferguson’s team talk before United ended Arsenal’s 49-game unbeaten run, and explains why Coleen urged him to lift the FA Cup alone in 2016. Wayne also names the modern player he sees most of himself in, the club he would have loved to play for, and the team-mate whose skill would surprise fans the most. There are candid stories about how he didn’t even tell his dad about his move from Everton to United until the last minute and whether he’s secretly proud of any red cards, and the moment he knew he’d broken his foot just weeks before the 2006 World Cup. Got something you want to put to Wayne? Make sure you e-mail askwayneanything@bbc.co.uk with all of your questions! You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd break down the dramatic 3-2 Premier League win for Manchester United at Arsenal. Wayne reflects on the growing belief and confidence inside the United squad and reveals why Michael Carrick suddenly stopped a training session on the eve of the game, plus the calm, positive mindset he’s instilling in his players.Arsenal fan and content creator James Clark gives an honest verdict on where it went wrong for the Gunners, with the panel debating whether two points from nine already has Arteta’s side feeling the pressure in a title race. Wayne explains why he thinks Mikel Arteta panicked during the game and there are questions about Arsenal's threat from open play and whether leaders like Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard need to step up.Wayne also gives his thoughts on Andy Robertson’s future at Liverpool after he was linked with Tottenham, and why he’d still keep and start him. Wayne also opens up on the reality of being an older player and what it feels like when you start to be phased out.And he shares a brilliant story about watching his son Kai play at Old Trafford for the first time last week. The only downside to the evening was Wayne’s clothes, where he had an absolute shocker…You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne is joined by Kelly Somers, Kae Kurd and Adam McKola to look back on some of the most unforgettable matches and moments of his remarkable career.Wayne reflects on the goal that announced him to the world: his iconic strike for Everton against Arsenal in 2002. He describes the goal from his own perspective, admits how shocked he felt by the sheer size of the Arsenal players in the Goodison Park tunnel, and explains how that moment changed his life.The conversation then turns to Euro 2004, as Wayne relives his two goals against Croatia and explains why he genuinely felt he was the best player in the world heading into the tournament. From there, the panel revisit Manchester United’s dramatic Champions League final victory over Chelsea in 2008, with Wayne revealing Sir Alex Ferguson’s unforgettable pre-match team talk, why he thought it was all over when John Terry stepped up to take Chelsea’s 5th penalty and how inspiring words from Sir Bobby Charlton convinced him United were destined to lift the trophy. He also shares the story of the cheeky fan who somehow blagged his way onto the pitch and into the post-match party.Wayne also looks back on United’s astonishing 8-2 win over Arsenal in 2011, revealing how shocked the players were by the scoreline and where his hat-trick ranks among his favourite treble performances. He also reflects on former team-mate Anderson, discussing why the Brazilian’s career perhaps never matched his immense talent.The episode closes with memories from Wayne’s later United years, including the 2017 draw with Stoke that saw him become the club’s all-time leading goalscorer, and why he credits José Mourinho in part for that landmark goal. Wayne debates whether records or trophies matter more, recalls what drove him to win the FA Cup in 2016, and reveals the goalkeeper he once told he would chip, before going out and doing exactly that. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne, Kelly and Kae react to Manchester United’s 2-0 derby win over Manchester City, with Wayne explaining what he loved about the performance, why the game was so significant for Michael Carrick, and whether he’s spoken to him since the final whistle. Wayne also pinpoints why it felt straight out of Sir Alex Ferguson’s era, reveals what made him jump up and shout “That’s Manchester United!”, and explains why Carrick bringing rondos back into training has mattered.Wayne also has strong views on Oliver Glasner’s explosive comments, arguing why he thinks Glasner may be looking for a way out of the club, what’s really triggered his frustration, and why so many Premier League managers are now openly criticising club execs.Tottenham fan and comedian Josh James joins the pod to vent his frustration at Spurs’ struggles under Thomas Frank. Josh explains why the job has become so difficult for managers at Tottenham, debates whether Frank should be under pressure, and makes the case for why Mauricio Pochettino could be the man to reunite the fanbase.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

The Wayne Rooney Show is back with a heavyweight panel as Wayne, Kelly and Kae are joined by The Athletic’s David Ornstein and Manchester United fan and broadcaster Adam McKola to break down a huge week at Old Trafford. The discussion centres on Manchester United’s decision to appoint Michael Carrick as interim manager, with Ornstein explaining why the club hierarchy opted for Carrick over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Darren Fletcher. Wayne gives a unique insight into Carrick’s character, revealing the steely side of his former teammate and why he won’t be a soft touch in the dugout. Adam goes big with his theory that the club should make an all-out move for Jürgen Klopp, Wayne delivers his verdict on Steve Holland’s arrival in the backroom staff and Ornstein reveals whether United could be active in the January transfer window. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne, Kelly and Kae tackle the latest uncertainty at Manchester United amid reports that Michael Carrick or Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could return as interim manager.Wayne explains why he believes Carrick is the right fit for the role, whether he’d consider joining his backroom team, and what his very first message to the players would be if he stepped back into the club. He also names his ideal long-term appointment at United and debates whether it still matters to have coaches with a deep history and understanding of the club, questioning if United has lost its famous family feel.Wayne’s brother, John Rooney, also joins the pod to reflect on Macclesfield’s incredible FA Cup upset victory over Crystal Palace. John reveals the secrets behind the win and shares a brilliant behind-the-scenes story of his captain clearing snow off the pitch on a tractor in the build-up to the match.In a powerful moment, John opens up about how difficult it was addressing the squad following the tragic death of one of his players, Ethan McLeod. Wayne and John also reminisce about playing football together as kids, including the story of John smashing a window at home just before Wayne’s FA Youth Cup Final appearance.

Wayne, Kelly and Kae dig into Ruben Amorim’s post-match comments after the 1–1 draw at Leeds. Wayne shares why he found them to be confusing: is Amorim speaking with too much authority, or is the criticism unfair given the state of the squad?Wayne questions the criticism that he and other Manchester United legends are too harsh on the team, and admits he’s written off United’s Champions League hopes this season. The panel also debate whether Amorim gets too emotional after defeats, if he’ll see out the end of his contract, and Wayne explains what made him so disappointed with United’s recent display against Wolves.With Liam Rosenior rumoured to be in line for the Chelsea job, Wayne explains what sets his former assistant manager apart as a coach and why he’s backing him to do well at Stamford Bridge, while the panel discuss the broader aspect of a young English coach being given a rare opportunity at a top Premier League club. Wayne also shares his thoughts on Enzo Maresca’s exit and owner interference in football clubs, and there’s a chat on the title race after Manchester City were held by Chelsea.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

It’s part two of our best moments from The Wayne Rooney Show so far.Wayne recalls when Sir Alex Ferguson refused to speak to the entire Manchester United squad for two weeks after a defeat, and what that silence did to the dressing room. Wayne also opens up about the Liverpool-Everton rivalry inside his own household and the time a Liverpool fan threw a mobile phone at him after he scored at Anfield.There’s a debate on the modern game as internet sensation Steve Bracknall makes his feelings very clear about xG and the rise of football statistics. Wayne then rewinds to 2004 and explains why Sol Campbell stopped speaking to him after Wayne won a crucial penalty against him - a moment that clearly lingered longer for one side than the other.Coleen lifts the lid on what Wayne is really like at home and Wayne also gives his reaction to Michael Owen’s comments that he was a better player at a younger age than Wayne. Former England teammate Emile Heskey joins in with a hilarious story from international duty, revealing how Wayne once absolutely hammered Gary Neville.Tottenham’s Xavi Simons talks about Neymar being his childhood idol, prompting a brilliant revelation from Wayne about how he used to write letters to Duncan Ferguson while he was in prison.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.