The Wayne Rooney Show

Did Manchester City just hand Arsenal the title? After a dramatic slip at Everton, Wayne makes his call and backs Arteta’s side to go all the way. Is this the moment the pressure finally caught City out?Wayne also weighs in on Pep’s team selection, why isn’t Phil Foden playing every week? Is Rodri the bigger miss? And what has impressed him most about Arsenal’s control and mentality in the run-in?Elsewhere, Chelsea’s struggles spark a strong reaction, are the players failing the club? And at Manchester United, Wayne makes it clear that he thinks Michael Carrick isn’t a gamble... is this the start of a new era at Old Trafford?

Wayne reflects on Max Dowman’s breakthrough moment for Arsenal and explains why those first moments can stay with a player forever. He also discusses how young players should be supported, balancing the hype around them with the need to protect their development based off his own experiences at 16.Wayne also addresses the discussion around Anthony Gordon's post-match comments after Chelsea and the role sports science now plays in team selection, explaining how different the approach would have been earlier in his career under Sir Alex Ferguson.They talk about Bruno Fernandes’ influence and consistency during a difficult period for Manchester United and there's also praise for Liverpool youngster Rio Ngumoha, whose direct style and willingness to run at defenders has caught Wayne’s attention.And what does Wayne think about Arsenal’s position in the title race? And why does he believe the race is not completely settled yet?

Wayne looks back on a classic FA Cup weekend, beginning with Wrexham’s thrilling tie with Chelsea - a game he says was the most he has enjoyed since retiring from playing. He also reflects on the atmosphere at the Racecourse Ground, the controversial red card that changed the match and why he believes VAR is removing emotion from the game.The team also discuss the weekend's big cup upsets, with Wayne questioning why so many teams still rest players in a competition he believes should always be taken seriously. He explains why cup runs matter so much to supporters and why the FA Cup remains one of football’s greatest competitions.Subscribe now and remember the name.

Wayne takes us on a trip through the most memorable European away nights from his career. He revisits the 2007 Champions League semi-final at the San Siro, remembering the performance from one AC Milan superstar that he still calls the best he’s ever played against. He explains why Rangers was the most hostile ground and how it got a bit personal between him and the Ibrox crowd. Wayne also recalls a surreal post-match encounter in a Chinese restaurant with Diego Maradona after playing Real Madrid and the souvenir he walked with and shares why Celtic Park was special for him, even in defeat, and how Sir Alex Ferguson gave him both barrels after the game. And what was Wayne's favourite European night? A match that he says he should never have played in, but saw Manchester United give one of their biggest rivals a football lesson. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

We have an in-depth Manchester City special for this episode and Wayne, Kelly and Kae are joined by former City midfielder Michael Brown and podcaster David Mooney. They assess how City’s season has unfolded so far and they discuss whether they will catch Arsenal in the Premier League title race.There’s a major focus on the future of Pep Guardiola: will this be his final season in Manchester? How much might his decision hinge on whether City win silverware? And why does Wayne want him to stay?They tackle the big off-field question: how the charges for allegedly breaching Premier League financial rules - strongly denied by Manchester City - could influence Guardiola’s thinking, and whether a guilty verdict could make his departure more likely. Wayne reveals how he would feel if he were retrospectively awarded a Premier League winners’ medal depending on the outcome of the case.They also look at why Phil Foden’s form has dipped. Is he a victim of tactical evolution, squad rotation, or both?You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

It’s a proper family affair on this week’s The Wayne Rooney Show as Wayne is joined by his brother, Macclesfield manager John Rooney, and his assistant, the former Everton striker Francis Jeffers. The episode starts where it all began: Croxteth. The trio reminisce about growing up together, with Francis recalling seeing a young Wayne up to mischief, long before the Premier League spotlight arrived. They share stories from their teenage years, including nights in their local pub, and the legendary moment one of the regulars started diving around the bar wearing an actual Peter Schmeichel shirt Wayne had handed over after an Everton match. Wayne opens up on how much he looked up to Francis when he burst into Everton’s first team as a teenager. He also reveals that Francis was the inspiration behind his famous “Once A Blue, Always A Blue” message after scoring in the FA Youth Cup Final. The focus then shifts to the present day and Macclesfield’s remarkable FA Cup run. John and Francis look ahead to their huge 4th round tie with Premier League Brentford, discussing the mood in the camp and whether they believe another upset is on the cards. The pair also relive their stunning 3rd round win over Crystal Palace, with Francis revealing that a half-time row between Palace’s manager and captain convinced him the upset was on. Wayne adds his own perspective, explaining just how easy it can be for Premier League sides to get caught cold in these fixtures. You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds

Wayne looks back on some of the wildest and most unforgettable moments of his career with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd. He relives his stunning halfway-line strike for Everton against West Ham in 2017, and reveals whether Sir Alex Ferguson used to lose his temper seeing him try something like that at Manchester United.Wayne also opens up on the infamous moment he swore into the camera after scoring against West Ham, why he did it, whether he regrets it now, and why he felt the two-game ban that followed was especially harsh.The episode also dives into some of the Premier League’s greatest goals, including his role in Robin van Persie’s iconic volley against Aston Villa in 2013, why it wasn’t just a lucky moment, and where it ranks among the best strikes the league has ever seen.Plus, he revisits the famous end-to-end team goal with Cristiano Ronaldo against Bolton, how it was worked on in training, and why that tactic was often so effective for United, especially against Arsenal. Wayne also shares what it was really like playing alongside Ronaldo as he elevated himself to superstar level, and what he was like behind the scenes. Finally, Wayne explains why he shaved the number 19 on to his chest and what Coleen thought of it and he tells a hilarious story from a team charades game where he dared to mime Fergie’s infamous boot incident with David Beckham…right in front of the boss himself.You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

It’s your questions answered by Wayne Rooney. In a special Q&A episode, Wayne opens up on everything from dressing-room secrets to defining moments of his career. He reveals the hilarious code names his Manchester United team-mates used while playing SOCOM, recalls Sir Alex Ferguson’s team talk before United ended Arsenal’s 49-game unbeaten run, and explains why Coleen urged him to lift the FA Cup alone in 2016. Wayne also names the modern player he sees most of himself in, the club he would have loved to play for, and the team-mate whose skill would surprise fans the most. There are candid stories about how he didn’t even tell his dad about his move from Everton to United until the last minute and whether he’s secretly proud of any red cards, and the moment he knew he’d broken his foot just weeks before the 2006 World Cup. Got something you want to put to Wayne? Make sure you e-mail askwayneanything@bbc.co.uk with all of your questions! You can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.