Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Wayne Rooney backs Declan Rice as next England captain
Wayne Rooney, a former England football player, thinks Declan Rice should be the next captain of the England team.
Rooney said this on the BBC.
Rice is a midfielder who plays for Arsenal and has been helping his team stay at the top of the Premier League.
Rooney believes Rice is a great choice because he is hardworking, has a good personality, and everyone likes him.
The current captain, Harry Kane, will eventually retire, and Rooney thinks Rice is the right person to take over.
Wayne Rooney endorses Declan Rice as the next England captain.
Rice has been instrumental in Arsenal's success in the Premier League.
Rooney praises Rice's drive, personality, and likability.
Current England captain Harry Kane will eventually retire.
Rooney's comments were made in a BBC video.
- Who
- Wayne Rooney, Declan Rice, Harry Kane
- What
- Wayne Rooney endorsing Declan Rice as the next England captain
- When
- Before the new year, during the Premier League season
- Where
- England, with Rice playing in the Premier League for Arsenal
- Why
- Rooney believes Rice has the drive, personality, and is well-liked, making him a suitable successor to Kane
- Declan Rice
- Arsenal midfielder and England international
- Harry Kane
- Current England captain
- Wayne Rooney
- Former England forward and current pundit
- BBC
- Platform where Rooney expressed his views
- Premier League
- League where Rice plays for Arsenal