Captain, oh Captain: Wayne Rooney is now the new captain of the English national football team. Roy Hodgson appointed the Manchester United striker to succeed assigned Steven Gerrard.

Great honor for Wayne Rooney: The striker of English football’s most successful Manchester United has been appointed as the new captain of the national team. The 28-year-old Rooney will succeed the 34-year-old Steven Gerrard, who was after the unsuccessful World Cup in Brazil, resigned.

“. I had a long conversation with Wayne He is ready for this responsibility,” said England team manager Roy Hodgson. “Wayne earned the captain’s armband His commitment on and off the field and the fact that he is captain of Manchester United, have in my decision played a big role. ”

Wayne Rooney was also appointed by club coach Louis van Gaal captain. With 95 appearances for England, the attacker most experienced player in the squad. So far, he has scored 40 goals for his country. He had given on 12 February 2003 against Australia his debut. “For me, so that is a dream come true,” said the expert.

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