The Wayne Rooney Show

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 that define greatness - would you rather score a last-minute winner at Old Trafford, or hit a nine-darter under the lights? And why do the very best, from Phil Taylor to Roger Federer, have what it takes to reach the very top?

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 Jordan, the relentless winning of Tom Brady and the raw power of Mike Tyson, Wayne breaks down the athletes who defined their eras. But who changed their sport the most? And why does one unexpected name rise above them all?

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 are operating at the level of Rooney, Gerrard and Terry.
Wayne fondly remembers his time being managed by Roy and what really changes when you go from player to manager? How do you earn respect in the dressing room, and what does pressure feel like when results begin to turn?

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 Saka? With City finding form again, are they ready to hunt Arsenal down?
Wayne also looks at the players at the centre of it all. He reacts to Phil Foden’s situation - why does one of England’s biggest talents suddenly feel sidelined? There’s praise too for Nico O’Reilly, plus reaction to Newcastle’s derby defeat, Sunderland’s rise and a warning to Newcastle fans over Eddie Howe.
At the bottom, Spurs suffer another damaging defeat - but is this now more than poor form? Are they genuinely in danger? Wayne gives his verdict, before turning to Tuchel’s England squad - why is Trent missing and should Welbeck return?

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 Manchester United.
And which opposition midfielder stands out to Wayne? And what is his ultimate midfield line up?