Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard rates Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney the best in the world.
Howard has immense respect for the 24-year-old who is pivotal to England's hopes of doing themselves justice in South Africa during the next month.
He told Press Association Sport: "I get asked if I am looking forward to facing Wayne Rooney. I don't think I ever look forward to facing Wayne Rooney.
"He is the best striker in the world and has enjoyed a fantastic season.
"He is a fantastic player, so I'll be very careful what I say!"