US soccer legend Alexi Lalas says they can beat World Cup rivals England - by winding up Manchester United star Wayne Rooney.

The former defender - who scored when USA beat Graham Taylor's England in 1993 - claims there is nothing wrong in exploiting Rooney's weak spot.

Lalas said: "You must use everything to your advantage. I hope he has a temper tantrum, has a swing at someone and gets thrown out. I'd love to see him act like a baby. That would be fine with me.

"This is all part of gamesmanship, recognising the weaknesses and the flaws of individual players and teams."