Summary
Wayne Rooney, a former England football captain, discussed his national team's past performances on his podcast. He disagreed with Steven Gerrard's view that ego issues stopped their success, emphasizing that his team tried hard but couldn't overcome challenges. While they didn't win major tournaments, Rooney believes it wasn't due to a lack of effort or attitude.
Key Facts
- Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard were key players for England from 2000 to 2018.
- Both players never advanced past the quarter-finals in major tournaments with England.
- Rooney played 120 times for England, scoring 53 goals.
- Steven Gerrard referred to some players as "egotistical losers" in terms of teamwork.
- Rooney believes his team worked hard and had a strong attitude.
- He mentioned the connection among players from rival club teams is better now than during his time.
- Rooney emphasized that while attitudes may seem better now, his team also believed they could win.
