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The Wayne Rooney Show

BBC Radio 5 Live

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

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24:58

Bruno Fernandes On Man Utd Pressure, Critics & Captaincy

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/04/24

Wayne Rooney sits down with Bruno Fernandes to talk Manchester United, pressure and captaincy.How does Bruno handle criticism at Man Utd? What is it really like leading the club during difficult periods and performing under constant pressure?Bruno Fernandes opens up on life as Manchester United captain, dealing with critics, playing through injuries and the mentality needed to deliver at the highest level. Wayne Rooney also reflects on his own experiences at United, leadership and what it takes to

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30:08

Arsenal Fans Need To Do BETTER & City Celebrations...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/04/20

Wayne Rooney doesn’t hold back as he reacts to Manchester City’s win over Arsenal and questions has the title race just shifted? Did Erling Haaland prove the difference again? But his biggest talking point comes off the pitch as he criticises Arsenal fans, insisting they must back the team instead of turning when pressure builds.There’s also a very raw reaction to Liverpool’s late Merseyside derby win over Everton. Did Everton deserve more? Why do defeats like that hurt differently? Wayne also

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36:24

Paddy Pimblett SLAMS Arsenal Fans, Talks UFC &...

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2026/04/17

Wayne Rooney sits down with Paddy Pimblett for a brutally honest chat on football, the UFC and life at the top.Can Liverpool handle the pressure of the Merseyside Derby? Why does Paddy hate Arsenal so much? From Liverpool and Everton to Arsenal and Manchester City, they break down football’s biggest talking points - form, pressure, scouse identity, and what really matters in big games.Wayne’s love of the fight game takes the conversation beyond football, as Paddy opens up on fight camps, setbacks,

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29:57

Arteta’s Arsenal Under PRESSURE & Pep’s City CLOSING IN?

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2026/04/13

Wayne Rooney reacts to a huge weekend in the Premier League as the pressure intensifies on Mikel Arteta and Arsenal. Are they starting to overthink the title race? Is this just a dip, or the start of something bigger? And how much are Arteta’s methods helping, or adding to the pressure?Are Manchester City once again timing their run perfectly? Why do Guardiola’s teams always look so calm when it matters most? Wayne talks about how it feels to be in the midst of a title race and which player took the

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31:39

Rooney and Littler: The BRUTAL reality of being #1

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2026/04/10

Wayne Rooney sits down with Luke Littler. What does it feel like to perform under pressure as a teenager? How do you block out the noise when the whole world is watching? Also just how does Luke get on with Luke Humphries, and is taking risks the only way to reach the very top? From Luke's rapid rise and fearless approach on the biggest stages, to Waynes own experiences at Manchester United and England, the pair explore the mentality required to succeed at the highest level.They debate the moments

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28:44

Wayne Rooney Reveals His Top 5 Greatest Sports Stars...

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2026/04/06

Wayne Rooney reveals his top 5 sports stars of all time - but who truly deserves the title of the greatest ever? And which name at No.1 will surprise you most? And why did he leave out some huge names you’d expect?Wayne shares personal stories about what was it really like meeting Michael Jordan? What happened when he sat down for dinner with Mike Tyson? He also talks about how watching Tiger Woods at Augusta was so special.From the dominance of Serena Williams to the cultural impact of Michael

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40:27

Hodgson On ROCKY Ronaldo Relationship & Is Guehi Up...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/04/03

Recorded shortly before his return to management with Bristol City, Wayne Rooney sits down with his former manager, Roy Hodgson, for a revealing conversation about life at the very top of football. Just what is it really like managing players like Roberto Carlos and Ronaldo? And how do you cope with the pressure that comes with England? And why did Liverpool go so wrong? He also speaks about Oliver Glasner, what does he make of the job he’s doing now? Roy also names former Palace players he believes

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42:29

Arsenal Cracking? Spurs' Disaster & Trent Snubbed!

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2026/03/23

Are Arsenal starting to crack when it matters most? Will Trent be on the plane to the World Cup? And can Spurs stop the slide, or is this turning into a full-blown collapse? Wayne takes on a huge weekend of football, asking the questions everyone is thinking.After Manchester City’s cup final win, Wayne breaks down Arsenal’s performance and whether the defeat could have real psychological consequences in the title race. Is it just a setback, or something deeper? And what is going on with Bukayo

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32:50

Rooney SETTLES Midfield Debate: Gerrard, Lampard,...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/03/20

Wayne reflects on the best midfielders he ever played with - from Steven Gerrard’s dominance and how he would have wanted him at Manchester United, David Beckham's quiet leadership and Lampard’s timing in the box. Wayne looks at Roy Keane’s authority, Michael Carrick’s understated control and why Scholes’ football brain set him apart. There’s high praise too for Ji-Sung Park, the relentless engine who stopped Andrea Pirlo and how players like Darren Fletcher and Owen Hargreaves played key roles at

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31:22

Rooney Reacts: Dowman's Breakout & The Anthony Gordon...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/03/16

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

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49:21

Rooney Meets: Michael Owen... Who Was Better At 18?

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2026/03/13

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

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31:24

Rooney Reacts: Unfair on Arsenal and Best Game Ever!

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/03/09

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

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31:19

Rooney Meets: Franny Jeffers... "Leaving Everton...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/03/06

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

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22:32

Rooney Recalls: Why Rangers BOOED Him & Meeting Maradona

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/27

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

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40:43

Rooney Reacts: Wayne Kicks Spurs OUT Of The Big Six?!

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/23

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

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41:39

Rooney Reviews: Man City - Why I Want Pep to STAY &...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/20

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

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39:47

Rooney Reacts: Villa v Newcastle DRAMA! Are Refs...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/15

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

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26:09

Rooney Meets... Francis Jeffers and John Rooney: “We...

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2026/02/13

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

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32:54

Rooney Reacts: Liverpool-Man City DRAMA & Romero sent...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/09

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

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28:11

My MADDEST Moments: Goals, Chest Shaving & A Fergie...

The Wayne Rooney Show ·

2026/02/06

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

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