The Wayne Rooney Show

Was this the night England announced themselves as genuine World Cup favourites? Wayne Rooney and Sam Allardyce debate whether the win over Mexico was England's biggest tournament statement, why Thomas Tuchel got the big calls right and what it means for England's World Cup hopes.
Was Jude Bellingham's display one of England's greatest World Cup performances? Rooney explains why he gave him 10/10, reveals what Tuchel learned at PSG and why this England side looks mentally stronger than ever.
Plus, Wayne reveals why he could soon be rowing the Hudson River after a bold World Cup prediction, previews Norway, reflects on Gareth Southgate's legacy and explains why he believes England can go all the way.

Why can't Brazil produce another Ronaldo? Have they lost what made them the world's most feared football nation?
Wayne Rooney is joined by Brazil legend Romário to relive the iconic 1994 World Cup triumph, explain why Brazil are still searching for the next great No.9 and reveal why he volunteered to take a penalty in the World Cup final.
Romário also names the greatest player he ever saw, agrees with Wayne that modern football has become too tactical and reveals why he'd have loved to play alongside Wayne.

England are into the knockout stages... but are they playing well enough to win the World Cup? Has Thomas Tuchel got his biggest decisions right?
Wayne Rooney and Emile Heskey debate England's biggest weakness, Harry Kane's role, Jude Bellingham's influence and why breaking down defensive teams remains such a problem.
Plus, Wayne wants Harry Kane at Manchester United. What should England expect from DR Congo? Who are the real World Cup favourites? And who do Wayne and Emile believe will be lifting the trophy?

Did Scotland get their tactics wrong against Brazil? Should England have done more to beat Ghana? And could Brazil be the team to beat under Carlo Ancelotti?
Wayne Rooney is joined by Paul Lambert to analyse Scotland's World Cup defeat, questioning whether they walked right into Brazil’s trap. They also discuss Steve Clarke's record, Scotland's slim chances of progressing and the hard lessons they must learn.
Plus, Wayne and Paul share stories about the Brazil teams they faced, and why Messi and Ronaldo are still the best.

Could an African nation finally win the World Cup? How close did Ghana come to making history? Wayne Rooney and Michael Essien relive glory, heartbreak and unforgettable battles
From Ghana's unforgettable rise at the 2006 World Cup to the heartbreak of Luis Suárez's infamous handball in 2010, Michael Essien reflects on carrying the hopes of a nation, the pressure of football's biggest stage and why Ghana still believe their greatest achievement is still to come.
The pair also revisit the brutal battles between Manchester United and Chelsea, discuss José Mourinho's winning mentality, and reveal why facing each other was one of the toughest challenges of their careers.