Steven Gerrard praises Wayne Rooney as best England teammate

Steven Gerrard lauded Wayne Rooney as the best player he played with for England during an appearance on the Open Goal podcast. Gerrard reflected on his rivalry with Rooney, having faced him 23 times in club football, with 12 wins for Rooney and 7 for Gerrard. Gerrard specifically highlighted Rooney's comprehensive skill set, calling him a 'monster of a footballer.' He also discussed the challenges of combining his talents with Paul Scholes and Frank Lampard in midfield, suggesting a need for a different type of player alongside them. Rooney remains a significant figure in English football history, having scored a record 253 goals for Manchester United.

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