‘Being a pundit is easy’ says Ruben Amorim as he hits back after Wayne Rooney criticism

Ruben Amorim hit back at criticism over the aims of his club following their FA Cup exit

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Ruben Amorim responds to Wayne Rooney ‘naive’ remark after Man Utd’s FA Cup exit

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Ruben Amorim hits back as Wayne Rooney slams ‘naive’ title claim immediately after FA Cup exit

The United boss' chances for a trophy this term are now down to the Europa League

Ruben Amorim has hit back at Wayne Rooney’s suggestion that the Manchester United boss is ‘naive’ to say they’re looking to win the Premier League. The Red Devils failed to defend their FA Cup crown as they lost to Fulham on penalties in their fifth round tie. 4 The United boss’ chances for a trophy … Read more

Arsenal star Ethan Nwaneri in race against time to eclipse Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen’s Premier League record

Ethan Nwaneri of Arsenal celebrating a goal.

Ethan Nwaneri is the Premier League’s breakout star this season – and now has Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen’s record in his sights. The versatile playmaker became the Premier League’s youngest player at the age of 15 years and 181 days when he came on for Arsenal away at Brentford in September 2022. 5 Arsenal … Read more

Wayne Rooney begins new job less than two months after Plymouth sacking

Paul Merson, Wayne Rooney, and Roy Keane pitchside at a soccer match.

Wayne Rooney has returned to coaching following his spell in charge of Plymouth. However, the former England captain’s new role is a world away from being in a Championship dugout. 5 Rooney has started a new coaching role in the Middle EastCredit: Getty 5 It is his first coaching job since being sacked by Plymouth … Read more

Wayne Rooney becomes surprise outsider for tough EFL job as new favourites emerge

Head and shoulders photo of Garry Monk.

Wayne Rooney is a surprise outsider with the bookies to go straight back into management with League One relegation candidates Cambridge United. Cambridge announced on Sunday that Garry Monk has left as head coach after less than a year at the League One club. 4 Cambridge won just nine of their 49 matches with MonkCredit: … Read more

Rooney Rule founders agree with Goodell but point to shortage of offensive coaches

Xuan ThaiFeb 8, 2025, 06:14 AM ET Close Xuan Thai is a senior writer and producer in ESPN’s investigative and enterprise unit. She was previously deputy bureau chief of the south region for NBC News. Two original founders of the NFL’s Rooney Rule told ESPN they agree with commissioner Roger Goodell that the league’s efforts … Read more

Wayne Rooney admits his job is under threat as Plymouth fans join ‘sacked in the morning’ chants

Wayne Rooney conceded he is at risk of being sacked after Plymouth Argyle suffered a 2-0 loss to relegation rivals Oxford United. Goals from Ciaron Brown and Przemyslaw Placheta condemned Plymouth to their 13th league defeat of the season and ensured they would end 2024 at the foot of the Championship table. 4 Plymouth’s season … Read more