Overview
- Long-time agent Paul Stretford praised Rooney’s growth, saying he faced his demons, showed inner toughness and was often underappreciated.
- Rooney is spending his birthday in Dubai running youth coaching clinics during a family trip.
- He has spoken openly about alcohol addiction, crediting wife Coleen with helping save his life.
- Out of management since the end of last year, he is focusing on media work including a BBC podcast whose latest birthday episode features friends and former teammates with lighthearted anecdotes.
- His career résumé frequently cited in coverage includes 366 goals in 883 appearances and 120 England caps for an outfield player.