Rooni supports coach Thomas Tuchel in choosing England's squad at the World Cup

Former England striker Wayne Rooney has voiced his support for national team coach Thomas Tuchel in selecting the squad for the 2026 World Cup. Previously, Tuchel's squad selection was criticized. "Obviously, Thomas Tuchel has thought carefully about the squad and why he wanted the squad that way. Of course, there are reasons why he didn't pick Cole Palmer, Phil Foden or Harry Maguire, and there are reasons why he chose other players, but I have confidence in him. I consider him a top manager, he understands what is at stake and has chosen a squad that he says can compete to win the World Cup. It's a controversial issue, and I would have made some other decisions, but that's why he's the England manager. He's here to make those decisions. We just have to support him," Rooney told the BBC.