As ‘Captain Fantastic’ of Manchester United and England, Wayne Rooney bears the weight of expectancy from the world’s two most demanding fan groups week in, week out. Wayne Rooney is the undoubtedly most iconic, instantly recognizable player in the most star-studded league of them all. Parents will feel this is a safe bet to buy any football mad youngster.
From the day he announced himself to the world with a spectacular top-corner goal against Arsenal, aged just 16, Wayne Rooney was destined for the stars – if only he could keep his cool for long enough. So how did this formerly hot-headed wild-child manage to control his temper, learn to live with the world’s expectation and become a leader of men against all the odds?
Countless world class goals and the most impetuously brilliant natural talent in a British player since Paul Gascoigne have made him a global superstar. But the admirable way he has matured, grown as a man and led Manchester United through their toughest patch for twenty years has won him the respect of millions.
Ages 6-12
