Wayne Rooney has admitted his early season form with Manchester United justified some of the criticism. The England striker has scored in his last three games for Manchester United, in addition to the goal he got in the Three Lions' 4-1 win over Croatia in Zagreb.

"Maybe sometimes the criticism has been fair," he said.

"I am self-critical and watch all the games again. When I have not played well, I am disappointed and look for things to try and improve.

"As a centre-forward you do not want to be going too deep.

"But I also think it is natural to go looking for the ball if you are not getting it.

"Hopefully I can get on the ball in dangerous positions so I can stay upfield."