IF THIS MATCH WAS GOING TO TAKE THE RECORD OFF PETER SHILTON I’D NEVER HAVE PLAYED IN IT

WAYNE ROONEY has defended his farewell England appearance and insists he would not have played if it meant breaking someone’s record.

Rooney’s controversial return against the United States tomorrow night has provoked a storm of criticism, with a host of former England players, including Peter Shilton, denouncing the move. With 125, Shilton is England’s most-capped player and Rooney, on 119, has already become the outfield player with