'Putting his doubters in their place' - Rooney lands pundit of year award
Summary
Wayne Rooney won pundit of the year at the Broadcast Sport Awards after working as a football broadcaster following his playing and managerial careers. He said broadcasting has been harder than he expected and that he seeks feedback to improve.Key Facts
- Rooney received the award at a ceremony in London attended by 650 people from the sports television industry.
- Rooney made his full-time pundit debut on Match of the Day in August 2025.
- During the 2026 World Cup final, Rooney criticized the 27-minute half-time show, which featured Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber.
- Rooney said he has sought advice from television executives and former players who work as pundits.
- Rooney said criticism from viewers motivates him to improve.
- Rooney played for England at three World Cups and won the Champions League, Europa League, five Premier League titles, the FA Cup and three League Cups.
- Rooney managed Derby County, DC United, Birmingham City and Plymouth Argyle.
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