"Remember the name." Clive Tyldesley's commentary as a 16-year-old Wayne Rooney curled in a late winner against Arsenal in October 2002 turned out to be one of the most accurate predictions in football.
Below you'll find Wayne Rooney's fact file, career history and honours, plus our Wayne Rooney collection of hoodies and T-shirts.
Wayne Rooney Fact File
| Full name | Wayne Mark Rooney |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 24 October 1985 (age 40) |
| Place of birth | Croxteth, Liverpool, England |
| Height | 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Position | Forward |
| Nationality | English |
| Status | Retired player; manager and pundit |
| Shirt number | 10 |
| Nickname | Wazza |
Career History
| Years | Team | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-2004 | Everton | 67 | 15 |
| 2004-2017 | Manchester United | 393 | 183 |
| 2017-2018 | Everton | 31 | 10 |
| 2018-2019 | DC United | 48 | 23 |
| 2020-2021 | Derby County | 30 | 6 |
| 2003-2018 | England | 120 | 53 |
League appearances and goals; international figures are caps and goals.
Everton's Wonderkid
Born in Croxteth, Liverpool, in 1985, Rooney came through the Everton academy. His goal against Arsène Wenger's Arsenal ended their 30-match unbeaten run and made him the youngest scorer in Premier League history at the time. Celebrate this chapter with our Wayne Rooney Manchester United Icon Frame Men's Hoodie.
Manchester United
Rooney joined Manchester United in 2004 and marked his debut with a hat-trick against Fenerbahçe in the Champions League. Over 13 seasons he won five Premier League titles, the 2008 Champions League, the FA Cup and the Europa League.
He became United's all-time leading goalscorer with 253 goals, overtaking Sir Bobby Charlton. His overhead kick against Manchester City in February 2011 was voted the best goal in the Premier League's first 20 seasons. Relive it with our Wayne Rooney Everton Icon Frame Men's Hoodie.
England
Rooney burst onto the international stage at Euro 2004 aged 18, scoring four goals. He went on to win 120 caps and score 53 goals, a national record until Harry Kane passed it in 2023. Wear the legend with our Van Nistelrooy & Rooney Manchester United Icon Frame Men's T-Shirt.
Back to Everton and Beyond
Rooney returned to Everton in 2017, played for DC United and Derby County, and then moved into management.
Legacy
Rooney could do everything: score, create, defend and run all day. For many fans he was the most naturally gifted English player of his generation.
Honours
Manchester United
- Premier League: 5
- UEFA Champions League: 2008
- FA Cup: 2016
- League Cup: 3
- UEFA Europa League: 2017
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2008
Individual
- PFA Players' Player of the Year: 2010
- FWA Footballer of the Year: 2010
Off the Pitch
Rooney is married to Coleen Rooney and they have four sons. Since hanging up his boots he has managed Derby County, DC United, Birmingham City and Plymouth Argyle, and works as a TV pundit.
FAQs
How old is Wayne Rooney?
Wayne Rooney was born on 24 October 1985, so he is 40 years old.
Where was Wayne Rooney born?
In Croxteth, Liverpool, England.
How tall is Wayne Rooney?
Wayne Rooney is 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in).
What teams has Wayne Rooney played for?
Everton (twice), Manchester United, DC United and Derby County, plus England.
Who said "Remember the name" about Wayne Rooney?
ITV commentator Clive Tyldesley, as 16-year-old Rooney scored his famous winner for Everton against Arsenal in 2002.
Is Rooney Manchester United's record goalscorer?
Yes, with 253 goals in all competitions.
What was Rooney's best goal?
His overhead kick against Manchester City in February 2011 was voted the best goal of the Premier League's first 20 seasons.
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Part of our Player Profiles series. Read next: Cristiano Ronaldo and Alan Shearer.
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