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Wayne Rooney, Premier League icon, England legend, and the teenage sensation who lit up the headlines at just 16, is back. This time, he's behind the mic.

The Wayne Rooney Show is your twice-weekly dose of football talk, where Rooney teams up with presenter Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd to dive into the biggest stories from the Premier League and beyond. Expect raw, unfiltered opinions on today's players and managers, plus wild stories from his own career - everything from dressing room drama to unforgettable Champions League nights.

You'll also get exclusive behind-the-scenes moments with some of football's biggest names. Whether you support United, Everton, England, or just love the beautiful game, this is the podcast you won't want to miss.

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Wayne Rooney returns with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to share stories from his England days including dinner with Posh and Becks, cliques in the 2000s squad, and why he once called Chelsea players “scruffy".Why can’t he believe that Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher are good pals now? And which minnows told Fabio Capello what they really thought of his tactics DURING the game?Wayne also recalls why the players didn’t initially like St George’s Park and which football legend’s picture did he demand be removed from his hotel room there? He also gives his view on the current England team: what he thinks of Thomas Tuchel, what might stop them winning the next World Cup and which players he hopes will return to the squad soon.Hear about the time him and Coleen shared a kebab with Posh and Becks and the Manchester United manager who would do up the players’ ties.
Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd return to discuss the big game at Anfield where Liverpool beat Arsenal.Wayne has questions for Mikel Arteta: is he brave enough to win the title? Why didn't his side go for Liverpool and why wasn’t Eberechi Eze selected from the start? Wayne also reveals Sir Alex’s favourite words of advice when Manchester United played big games away from home, which title rival could be nasty and his favourite ever win at Anfield, which saw him hobbling from the treatment room to celebrate.Manchester City’s loss at Brighton prompts a chat about whether they can be considered among the title favourites. Wayne wonders whether this could even be the last dance for Pep Guardiola at City?BBC Sport Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel joins the guys to give insight into what it’s like being part of the transfer window madness.Yon can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.
Is Ruben Amorim reaching breaking point at Manchester United? Wayne, Kelly and Kae discuss the shock defeat to Grimsby Town with questions over Benjamin Sesko being the second-to-last penalty kick taker for United. Plus transfer stories galore with the inside track on Wayne’s move to Old Trafford in 2004, signing players on water slides, Wayne’s go-to Chinese takeaway order and performing Les Miserables with Jonathan Woodgate.
With just one point from Manchester United’s first two games, Wayne Rooney dives into the growing pressure on Ruben Amorim alongside host Kelly Somers and comedian and football fan, Kae Kurd. How long does Amorim have to steady the ship?Everton celebrated their first win at their new stadium, and Wayne breaks down Jack Grealish’s instant impact who brought a fresh edge to the team.Meanwhile, over at Arsenal, 15-year-old Max Dowman lit up his debut with a performance beyond his years. Wayne reflects on the wonderkid’s rise and shares stories from his own teenage breakthrough including first cars, quick driving tests, and getting lifts to training from none other than Big Dunc himself!
What happens when you're relaxing on holiday and suddenly you find yourself stood next to the manager of the recently crowned Premier League champions? That's where Wayne Rooney found himself a few weeks ago as he tells host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd about his experiences with Arne Slot in Ibiza. From honeymoons in Vegas to touring Japan with Manchester United, Wayne recounts surreal travel moments featuring Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and a sleepy Dimitar Berbatov. On the football front, they dive into half-time interviews, Calvin Bassey’s shorts, and the mystery of vanishing shin pads. Plus, they preview Newcastle vs Liverpool after the Alexander Isak transfer saga. Wayne also weighs in on Yoane Wissa’s role at Brentford and questions what happens when clubs and fans take the moral high ground. Watch on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.
Manchester United’s goalkeeping woes take centre stage as Wayne Rooney joins host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd to weigh in on the club’s defeat to Arsenal. Rooney doesn’t hold back, calling United “crazy” if they don’t make a move for PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma following yet another costly goalkeeping error.They also revisit classic Arsenal v Man United clashes, including the time Sol Campbell gave Wayne the silent treatment for six months after one of their encounters.Elsewhere, they confront the racist abuse directed at Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo at Anfield and Wayne recalls when he comforted a DC United player who also experienced racism during a match.And Kelly, Kae, and Wayne share their kneejerk reactions to the Premier League’s opening weekend - who does Kae think will get relegated? And who does Wayne tip for the title already?Watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.
Wayne Rooney kicks off his new podcast with presenter Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd, diving straight into the headlines. He responds to Tom Brady’s jab about his work ethic at Birmingham City, calling it unfair and setting the record straight.He weighs in on the Alexander Isak situation - will he stay put at Newcastle or make a move to Liverpool? Rooney reflects on similar moments from his own career, including a wild night when masked men showed up at his house, convinced he was forcing a transfer from Manchester United. He shares what really happened and what was going through his mind.Wayne opens up about his chat with Jack Grealish before the Everton move, revealing how he went for dinner with him and why he thinks Grealish could thrive at the club. There’s even a bold prediction for Everton’s season!And Wayne also names the Premier League’s new strikers to watch - backing Benjamin Sesko to shine at Manchester United and tipping Viktor Gyokeres to make waves at Arsenal.Watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.
Wayne Rooney joins Kelly Somers & Kae Kurd to talk Premier League drama, crazy career moments & behind the scenes tales with football’s biggest names.
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