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Rooney SHOCKER: Ex-England players want Southgate's lads to fail

DC United star Wayne Rooney admits several former England players are envious of Gareth Southgate's team.

England will qualify for next year's ­Nations League semi-finals if they beat Croatia at Wembley.

Manchester United legend Rooney said: “I know there are some ­ex-players who I've ­spoken to that can't come to terms with England doing well. That is wrong. I'm not like that. I'm a fan now. I want England to do well.

“I am proud to have played for England so many times – and I always have been.

“But I've had my time. I am happy with what I've contributed to the national team and I look forward now to the next few years and watching this team progress.

“Hopefully this team can be the one to bring a trophy home."

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