The Wayne Rooney Show

Could an African nation finally win the World Cup? How close did Ghana come to making history? Wayne Rooney and Michael Essien relive glory, heartbreak and unforgettable battlesFrom Ghana's unforgettable rise at the 2006 World Cup to the heartbreak of Luis Suárez's infamous handball in 2010, Michael Essien reflects on carrying the hopes of a nation, the pressure of football's biggest stage and why Ghana still believe their greatest achievement is still to come.The pair also revisit the brutal battles between Manchester United and Chelsea, discuss José Mourinho's winning mentality, and reveal why facing each other was one of the toughest challenges of their careers.

Gaël Clichy joins Wayne for the latest World Cup debate covering England's hopes, France's expectations and Jordan Henderson's controversial selection. There's also a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappé, with comparisons to an all-time great and a warning that football sometimes does not fully appreciate brilliance until it's gone.This is a fascinating look inside life at a major tournament, with the truth behind France's infamous 2010 World Cup controversy and why modern defenders are struggling. Plus, predictions, dark horses and who could lift the trophy.

Can Scotland finally make World Cup history? Ryan Christie joins Wayne to reveal why this squad believes it can achieve something no Scotland team ever has. Wayne explains why he’s backing Steve Clarke’s side to surprise people, opens up on Scott McTominay’s remarkable rise and questions whether Manchester United made a huge mistake by letting him leave. Could McTominay be the player who makes the difference?Plus, Christie reveals what makes this Scotland dressing room so special, the dream of facing Brazil on football’s biggest stage and why belief inside the camp has never been higher. Can Scotland finally get out of their group and prove everyone wrong?

Wayne Rooney gives his verdict on Arsenal surviving late VAR drama against West Ham. Was it really a foul on David Raya? Are set-pieces deciding title races? And have Arsenal finally taken control from Man City?Wayne looks at Manchester City and Jeremy Doku’s form, Pep Guardiola’s pressure despite a game in hand - and could Crystal Palace still have a major say in where the Premier League trophy ends up. Plus, with West Ham and Spurs fighting at the bottom, has relegation pressure finally caught up with the Hammers?Wayne also thinks there’s only one man to solve the chaos at Real Madrid, a certain Jose Mourinho, and would Wayne take Kylian Mbappe at Manchester United?