Wayne Rooney: More than 20,000 tickets sold for USA friendly since England legend’s return was confirmed

Wayne Rooney: More than 20,000 tickets sold for USA friendly since England legend’s return was confirmed
Around 65,000 people are expected at Wembley for England’s friendly against the United States with Wayne Rooney’s return to action sparking a late rush for tickets.Rooney, England’s all-time leading goalscorer, is to make a late cameo against the US when the two nations meet on Thursday evening, with the 33-year-old’s career to be honoured against the country in which he currently plays.3

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He will win his 120th and final cap under the famous arch, but will only play for the final few minutes of the match according to manager Gareth Southgate.Nevertheless, Rooney’s involvement has led to a flurry of tickets being sold for Thursday’s fixture since his return was confirmed.The Times report that more than 20,000 extra tickets have been sold for the friendly, which has been branded the Wayne Rooney Foundation International. It is expected the attendance will now reach the 65,000 mark. Rooney’s return was announced earlier this month, and he admitted his delight at returning to the international fold for a one-off appearance.“I am truly humbled and hugely excited to play for England at Wembley again,” Rooney said. “I would like to thank Gareth Southgate and The FA for inviting me back and helping to support my Foundation in the process.3

The former England captain will win his 120th and final cap on Thursday

“Playing for England was the greatest honour of my career so winning my 120th, and final, cap will be a particularly special moment for me. Its fitting that the match will be against the USA and I hope that both sets of fans enjoy the game.”Three days after the match against the United States, England host Croatia at Wembley in their final UEFA Nations League group stage match.Want to see talkSPORT’s brilliant Breakfast duo Alan Brazil and Ally McCoist live on tour? Buy tickets for their London show here.

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Wayne Rooney: More than 20,000 tickets sold for USA friendly

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Nevertheless, Rooney's involvement has led to a flurry of tickets being sold for Thursday's fixture since his return was confirmed. The Times report that more than 20,000 extra tickets have been sold for the friendly, which has been branded the Wayne Rooney Foundation International. It is expected the attendance will now reach the 65,000 mark.
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