Former Tottenham and Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp has concerns the rage is returning to Manchester United ace Wayne Rooney.

In his column for the Daily Mail, Redknapp opined: "Wayne Rooney is a terrific player, but our World Cup opposition will have noticed his temper fraying yesterday.

"They will look to wind him up.

"The World Cup is packed with clever defenders, who will use whatever it takes to gain an advantage.

"He needs to rise above that. I don't agree he plays better angry.

"For me, he's better when he's smiling and happy."