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Rooney Counters Brady’s ‘Unfair’ Criticism of His Work Ethic

Speaking on his new podcast, Rooney said Brady’s judgment overlooked differences between NFL and football scheduling.

Wayne Rooney and Tom Brady have shared a few sharp words following a release of an Amazon Prime docuseries on Birmingham City FC.
Soccer Football - Premier League - Everton v Southampton - Goodison Park, Liverpool, Britain - May 18, 2025 Former player Wayne Rooney on the pitch during a commemorative ceremony after the last match for the men's team at Goodison Park Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff/File Photo

Overview

  • An Amazon Prime documentary revealed a clip of Brady questioning Rooney’s dedication during a light training session.
  • Rooney called the assessment “very unfair” and highlighted that Brady visited the club only once before a match day.
  • He argued that football’s lengthy season demands rest periods that contrast with the NFL’s shorter calendar.
  • The exchange reignited discussion about celebrity owners’ involvement in day-to-day coaching decisions.
  • Since the dispute, Birmingham City secured promotion back to the Championship under Chris Davies with a record 111-point League One title.