The Wayne Rooney Show

Wayne, Kelly and Kae dig into Ruben Amorim’s post-match comments after the 1–1 draw at Leeds. Wayne shares why he found them to be confusing: is Amorim speaking with too much authority, or is the criticism unfair given the state of the squad? Wayne questions the criticism that he and other Manchester United legends are too harsh on the team, and admits he’s written off United’s Champions League ho...

It’s part two of our best moments from The Wayne Rooney Show so far. Wayne recalls when Sir Alex Ferguson refused to speak to the entire Manchester United squad for two weeks after a defeat, and what that silence did to the dressing room. Wayne also opens up about the Liverpool-Everton rivalry inside his own household and the time a Liverpool fan threw a mobile phone at him after he scored at Anfi...

Christmas is a time of reflection and so here at The Wayne Rooney Show, we’ve decided to give you the best moments from the show so far. Wayne opens up about a surprisingly strong grievance with Mr Tumble, before rewinding to a star-studded party in the US that took an unexpected turn when he ended the night pushing Coleen through a drive-thru… in a shopping trolley. Football rivalry takes centre...

It’s a festive special of The Wayne Rooney Show as Wayne, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd are joined by Sam Allardyce and Dion Dublin for a Christmas catch-up. Wayne reveals his eyebrow-raising Christmas dinner choices and what the big day is really like in the Rooney household, while the panel lifts the lid on how footballers actually spend Christmas. Big Sam recalls the moment he discovered a West Ham...

Wayne, Kelly and Kae react to Liverpool’s dramatic 2-1 win at Tottenham and ask the big question: are Liverpool still just in the title hunt? Wayne gives an inside view from the stands as Arsenal edged Everton 1-0, with Declan Rice impressing him more than anyone on the night and asked whether he could be the next England captain? He also pushes back on the criticism of Viktor Gyökeres, explaining...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd sit down with Sam Allardyce for a wide-ranging chat about elite football management. Big Sam breaks down the principles that sustained his career, why he regrets not confronting criticism of his playing style sooner, gives his verdict on managers overcomplicating the game and why he’s encouraged by the Premier League’s evolution this season. He also reflects...

Wayne gives his verdict on Sunderland’s victory in the Wear-Tyne derby and explains why he was shocked by Newcastle’s performance. He also reflects on his memories of coming up against Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris last season and shares his thoughts on whether Granit Xhaka has been the signing of the season. Sunderland fan Chris Wynn and Newcastle Fans TV’s Lee Lawler also react to the game at th...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd sit down with Xavi Simons at Tottenham’s training ground for a rare and revealing conversation. Xavi reflects on his journey from child prodigy with 2 million Instagram followers at 12, to international star navigating moves from the Netherlands to Barcelona, PSG, Leipzig and now London. He shares what it was like leaving Barça at 16, walking into a PSG dres...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd are joined by The Liverpool Echo's Liverpool FC correspondent Paul Gorst and Liverpool fan, and host of The Late Challenge podcast, Gareth Roberts to break down Mo Salah’s incredible post-match comments after Liverpool’s 3-3 draw at Leeds. Paul was one of the reporters at Elland Road and reveals how the interview happened, while Gareth vents his anger at Sal...

With ‘I'm A Celebrity…’ back on our screens, it’s a special episode as Wayne, Kelly and Kae are joined by last year’s runner-up and champion - Wayne’s wife Coleen Rooney and Danny Jones from McFly. Coleen opens up on life in the public eye with Wayne, what he’s really like to live with and the habits that drive her mad at home. She finally answers whether she actually chooses Wayne’s outfits and r...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers & Kae Kurd will return with a special episode of the podcast on Friday with Coleen Rooney and Danny Jones from McFly. Make sure you follow or subscribe so you don't miss it! Catch up with all episodes on BBC Sport YouTube, BBC iPlayer or BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd welcome Royal Oak assistant manager and internet icon Steve Bracknall into the studio. Steve explains his rise to fame and how even doing the supermarket shop has become nearly impossible. Wayne reveals the TV personality who annoyed him so much he decided to get the snip and shares the shocking pre-match meal he ate before his Premier League debut at just 1...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd dive into Arsenal’s dominant 4-1 win over Tottenham. Wayne explains why he’s convinced no one can stop the Gunners from winning the title this season and they also break down Richarlison’s stunning long-range strike, Eberechi Eze’s instant impact in an Arsenal shirt, and whether Martin Ødegaard will be able to win his place back when he returns from injury....

Emile Heskey joins Wayne, Kelly and Kae for a debate on the shortage of young English strikers in the Premier League. Is it too many foreign players, modern tactics or academy coaching that is to blame? Wayne also shares his view on whether England should rest Harry Kane between now and the 2026 World Cup, and why he thinks Jack Grealish can book his summer holiday early. Emile talks about playing...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd are back to discuss Manchester City’s 3-0 victory over Liverpool. Wayne explains why City’s emphatic win will have sent a shiver through Arsenal fans. But was it about City being brilliant or Liverpool being poor? There’s praise for Sunderland’s impressive league form and for captain Granit Xhaka: has he been the signing of the season so far? Wayne explains...

Wayne tells Kelly and Kae about his on-air chat with Virgil van Dijk after Liverpool’s win over Real Madrid and admits one comment he now thinks was unfair. He reveals how criticism used to fire him up and names the celeb who once went too far about his parents. He also shares the moment that made his night at Anfield thanks to Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler. Wayne gives his thoughts on Chelsea’s...

Wayne, Kelly & Kae are back to break down another wild weekend of Premier League action - and this time they’re joined by comedian and lifelong Spurs fan Michael McIntyre. After Tottenham’s shotless defeat to Chelsea, the team dig into the current state of the Thomas Frank project, and unpack one of the league’s most underrated rivalries: Spurs vs Chelsea. With Mo Salah overtaking Wayne’s reco...

In this special edition of The Wayne Rooney Show, Kae Kurd and Kelly Somers put your questions to the football legend himself. From his favourite strike partner to the biggest regrets of his playing and managerial career, Rooney shares the answers we’ve all been dying to hear. Who was faster out of Rooney and Ronaldo? And who makes his dream 5-a-side team made up of current Premier League stars? W...

After another Premier League defeat for Liverpool, Wayne explains how he believes Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk’s body language hasn’t been good enough for the champions, and why Arne Slot’s post-match honesty might be causing more problems than it solves. An excited Wayne and Kae discuss Manchester United’s third win on the spin and Wayne gives an assessment of Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha. Jude...

It’s a special birthday edition of The Wayne Rooney Show as Wayne celebrates turning 40 with Tony Bellew, Alex Bruce, Darron Gibson, his agent Paul Stretford and Andy Whyment aka Kirk from Coronation Street. Paul reveals the biggest head in hands moment Wayne ever gave him, Tony explains whether he thinks Wayne could’ve made it in the boxing ring, and we hear the unbelievable tale of when Wayne of...

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd unpack Man United’s 2-1 win over Liverpool. Wayne praises Ruben Amorim’s tactics, defends Harry Maguire’s England spot, and slams the “bullying” criticism. The trio dig into Liverpool’s struggles, Arne Slot’s pressure, and Mo Salah’s future. Plus, whether Alexander Isak deserves his place. Wayne also reacts to Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest sacking, re...

It’s a bit of a mad one with Wayne this episode that includes Liverpool v Man Utd chat, his birthday weekend, opinions on England and Marcus Rashford, and meet-ups with 50 Cent and Ed Sheeran. Wayne takes us inside his 40th birthday bash, but who did he dress up as? Which songs did he belt out on karaoke? And who ended up with a nasty injury? Musician and Liverpool fan Jamie Webster joins Wayne, K...

Wayne Rooney responds to Steven Gerrard’s “egotistical losers” comment about England’s Golden Generation and shares his own take on international duty. He reflects on England managers, including when Fabio Capello told a player to lose weight, and opens up about feeling lost after leaving Birmingham. Kelly and Kae ask what led to Wayne retiring, was it gradual or sudden? He talks about losing his...

Wayne, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd get together ahead of Kae’s gig in Manchester and Liverpool’s form is the main focus after a third straight defeat. They’re joined by The Anfield Wrap's John Gibbons to dissect what’s gone wrong for the Premier League champions. Wayne asks whether the sale of Trent Alexander-Arnold has had an especially detrimental effect on the team this season. He also questions...

Puyol or Piqué? Nesta or Stam? Terry or Ramos? Wayne Rooney lifts the lid on the five best defenders he faced in the Champions League. From the legend who left him starstruck to the sneakiest defender he ever faced, Wayne tells Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd about his battles with icons like Paolo Maldini plus the infamous red card after he tangled with Ricardo Carvalho in 2006 and why he had no issue...