Wayne Rooney reflects on managerial regrets amid punditry role
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:38 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Wayne Rooney expressed regrets regarding his managerial career during an Ask Me Anything Reddit Q&A. He acknowledged his disappointment over the Birmingham City job and the timing of his appointment, which resulted in the club's struggles and his dismissal. Rooney's managerial tenure includes stints at Derby County, DC United, and Plymouth Argyle. He has not ruled out a future return to management but currently sees himself as unlikely to accept another position. Instead, he is engaged as part of the BBC’s punditry team for the 2026 World Cup.
- •Rooney regrets his managerial decisions, particularly at Birmingham City.
- •He acknowledges the struggles faced at Derby County and Plymouth Argyle.
- •Currently, he is focused on punditry for the 2026 World Cup.
- •Rooney does not foresee a return to management in the near future.
- 4:38 PMBBC Sport — 'You always have regrets' - Rooney on managerial career
"Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney says he harbours regrets about his managerial career and cannot see himself making a return to the dugout.
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