Middlesbrough boss Michael Carrick says the careers of successful players are "irrelevant" when they move into management after his former team-mate Wayne Rooney was sacked by Birmingham.... more »
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson believes leading former players such as Wayne Rooney often face "unrealistic" expectations when they become managers.... more »
Wayne Rooney said it would "take some time to get over this setback" after he was sacked as manager of Championship side Birmingham City on Tuesday following a disastrous spell in charge.... more »
Wayne Rooney has described his abuse of alcohol early in his football career as a "release", saying he would drink "almost until I'd pass out".... more »
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