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England wins as Wayne Rooney bids farewell in his final game

Wayne Rooney bids farewell as England beat the United States in his final game
Image Source: Times of Malta

In Wayne Rooney’s last international football match, he expressed confidence in the future of the England team, particularly in the youth players. England secured a 3-0 victory over the United States at Wembley. Jesse Lingard, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and debutant Callum Wilson scored the goals, showcasing a strong performance despite the team’s lack of experience in this match.

During the pre-match ceremonies, Rooney received a warm reception from the crowd at the stadium. The audience showed great appreciation every time Rooney’s face appeared on the big screen or when he made a play during the game. Rooney, with 119 caps, was the most seasoned player among the England side that faced the United States, which collectively had 94 caps.

Despite fielding a relatively inexperienced team, England displayed a commendable performance characteristic of the national team. Rooney expressed his confidence in the team’s future potential and praised the young players for their excellent coaching and dedication to representing their country. He emphasized the promising prospects of these youngsters who he believes can bring home future trophies for the nation. The overwhelming support he received in this match marked a truly memorable moment for him.

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