England head coach Gareth Southgate commented on the call to Wayne Rooney national team.

“Rooney will not play with the“ ten ”on the back, because he will not enter the field in the starting lineup in the game with the US. If we talk about the captain, the last time Rooney went on the field, Henderson immediately handed him the bandage. Everything will depend on the situation on the field and the players themselves ".

"Everybody respects Rooney for his achievements for the national team. He deserves the best honors.. I understand that this caused a lot of controversy and guesswork.. In my opinion, this is not the best choice for Rooney’s farewell match. ”.

"He did a great service to the England team, took part in so many matches and tournaments. He became the top scorer in the history of England - this is an incredible achievement ".

"I found myself in an uncomfortable position and could not help but call Wayne. I am very pleased to be taking part in honoring Rooney and all that he has done for the England team, "Southgate said in a comment to Sky Sports.

For a 33-year-old Rooney, a match against the United States could be a farewell in a “three-headed lions” shirt.

England team will play a friendly match with the USA on November 15th, and in three days (November 18th) will play with Croatia in the League of Nations.

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