The Wayne Rooney Show

It may be the early hours in South Korea, but Wayne’s still up to join Kae Kurd and Kelly Somers on the latest episode of the pod. Wayne pays tribute to the late Ricky Hatton; remembering not just the fighter, but the man behind the gloves. He reflects on Hatton’s impact on boxing and recalls the time he carried The Hitman’s belts into the ring before one of his biggest fights in Las Vegas. Then, the team dives into Manchester City’s win over Manchester United. Wayne watched the match with some of his former teammates but what did they make of it? What left Wayne so shocked? And who does he think should be starting for United every week? Wayne wraps up with stories from South Korea, including karaoke with Park Ji-sung, Nemanja Vidić, and Michael Carrick. He explains why they were all pictured in school uniforms and reveals how Bastian Schweinsteiger kept following him around. And what was breakfast with Rafa Benítez like? Watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer or listen on BBC Sounds.

Overhead kicks, t-shirts, Balotelli and Tevez. Yes, this episode is all about Manchester derbies and to ensure this is not a one-sided affair, Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Wayne, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to rep Manchester City. As well as picking their favourite derby wins, we also find out who received the worst hairdryer Wayne ever saw from Sir Alex, how Carlos Tevez’s move from Manchester United to City went down with the two dressing-rooms and which players got up and sang a Backstreet Boys classic at Wayne’s birthday to lighten the mood after that famous 6-1 defeat at Old Trafford. Wayne also recalls which game prompted two weeks of silent treatment to the squad from Sir Alex Ferguson, what he really thought of Mario Balotelli’s ‘Why Always Me?’ T-shirt, whether he thinks his overhead kick was better than Garnacho’s at Everton and why he was fuming when he scored his famous volley against Newcastle. Wayne and Shaun also discuss the challenges their children face as they try to make their own mark on football, while carrying the names of their fathers. Yon can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Does Wayne think he was better than Michael Owen at 17? That’s what you’re all here for and Wayne, Kelly and Kae discuss this on the latest episode. Wayne gives his response and reveals what it was like playing alongside Owen and what he’s really like behind closed doors.Meanwhile, Wayne remembers how a helicopter used to sometimes show up at the Manchester United training ground: but who was the passenger and where was it going? Wayne also takes us inside the colourful world of the Louis van Gaal era at Manchester United. He explains where he thinks he was better than Sir Alex, what it was like when everyone knew Van Gaal was being sacked after the 2016 FA Cup Final and reveals the incredible comment the Dutchman made the first time he met Colleen.There’s also some chat about which reality show Wayne would do - and the one thing that might put him off it, why Roy Hodgson wanted a statue in Malmo, Kae explains how the first 30 seconds of a stand up comedy gig is like a first tackle in football, and Wayne gives his verdict on England’s win over Andorra and declares whether he’d ever want to be an international manager.Yon can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney returns with Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd to share stories from his England days including dinner with Posh and Becks, cliques in the 2000s squad, and why he once called Chelsea players “scruffy".Why can’t he believe that Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher are good pals now? And which minnows told Fabio Capello what they really thought of his tactics DURING the game?Wayne also recalls why the players didn’t initially like St George’s Park and which football legend’s picture did he demand be removed from his hotel room there? He also gives his view on the current England team: what he thinks of Thomas Tuchel, what might stop them winning the next World Cup and which players he hopes will return to the squad soon.Hear about the time him and Coleen shared a kebab with Posh and Becks and the Manchester United manager who would do up the players’ ties.

Wayne Rooney, Kelly Somers and Kae Kurd return to discuss the big game at Anfield where Liverpool beat Arsenal.Wayne has questions for Mikel Arteta: is he brave enough to win the title? Why didn't his side go for Liverpool and why wasn’t Eberechi Eze selected from the start? Wayne also reveals Sir Alex’s favourite words of advice when Manchester United played big games away from home, which title rival could be nasty and his favourite ever win at Anfield, which saw him hobbling from the treatment room to celebrate.Manchester City’s loss at Brighton prompts a chat about whether they can be considered among the title favourites. Wayne wonders whether this could even be the last dance for Pep Guardiola at City?BBC Sport Senior Football Correspondent Sami Mokbel joins the guys to give insight into what it’s like being part of the transfer window madness.Yon can watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube, iPlayer, as well as listen on BBC Sounds.

Is Ruben Amorim reaching breaking point at Manchester United? Wayne, Kelly and Kae discuss the shock defeat to Grimsby Town with questions over Benjamin Sesko being the second-to-last penalty kick taker for United. Plus transfer stories galore with the inside track on Wayne’s move to Old Trafford in 2004, signing players on water slides, Wayne’s go-to Chinese takeaway order and performing Les Miserables with Jonathan Woodgate.

With just one point from Manchester United’s first two games, Wayne Rooney dives into the growing pressure on Ruben Amorim alongside host Kelly Somers and comedian and football fan, Kae Kurd. How long does Amorim have to steady the ship?Everton celebrated their first win at their new stadium, and Wayne breaks down Jack Grealish’s instant impact who brought a fresh edge to the team.Meanwhile, over at Arsenal, 15-year-old Max Dowman lit up his debut with a performance beyond his years. Wayne reflects on the wonderkid’s rise and shares stories from his own teenage breakthrough including first cars, quick driving tests, and getting lifts to training from none other than Big Dunc himself!

What happens when you're relaxing on holiday and suddenly you find yourself stood next to the manager of the recently crowned Premier League champions? That's where Wayne Rooney found himself a few weeks ago as he tells host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd about his experiences with Arne Slot in Ibiza. From honeymoons in Vegas to touring Japan with Manchester United, Wayne recounts surreal travel moments featuring Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and a sleepy Dimitar Berbatov. On the football front, they dive into half-time interviews, Calvin Bassey’s shorts, and the mystery of vanishing shin pads. Plus, they preview Newcastle vs Liverpool after the Alexander Isak transfer saga. Wayne also weighs in on Yoane Wissa’s role at Brentford and questions what happens when clubs and fans take the moral high ground. Watch on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.

Manchester United’s goalkeeping woes take centre stage as Wayne Rooney joins host Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd to weigh in on the club’s defeat to Arsenal. Rooney doesn’t hold back, calling United “crazy” if they don’t make a move for PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma following yet another costly goalkeeping error.They also revisit classic Arsenal v Man United clashes, including the time Sol Campbell gave Wayne the silent treatment for six months after one of their encounters.Elsewhere, they confront the racist abuse directed at Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo at Anfield and Wayne recalls when he comforted a DC United player who also experienced racism during a match.And Kelly, Kae, and Wayne share their kneejerk reactions to the Premier League’s opening weekend - who does Kae think will get relegated? And who does Wayne tip for the title already?Watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney kicks off his new podcast with presenter Kelly Somers and comedian Kae Kurd, diving straight into the headlines. He responds to Tom Brady’s jab about his work ethic at Birmingham City, calling it unfair and setting the record straight.He weighs in on the Alexander Isak situation - will he stay put at Newcastle or make a move to Liverpool? Rooney reflects on similar moments from his own career, including a wild night when masked men showed up at his house, convinced he was forcing a transfer from Manchester United. He shares what really happened and what was going through his mind.Wayne opens up about his chat with Jack Grealish before the Everton move, revealing how he went for dinner with him and why he thinks Grealish could thrive at the club. There’s even a bold prediction for Everton’s season!And Wayne also names the Premier League’s new strikers to watch - backing Benjamin Sesko to shine at Manchester United and tipping Viktor Gyokeres to make waves at Arsenal.Watch The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sport YouTube and iPlayer, listen on BBC Sounds.

Wayne Rooney joins Kelly Somers & Kae Kurd to talk Premier League drama, crazy career moments & behind the scenes tales with football’s biggest names.