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DC United striker Wayne Rooney due stunning England recall

DC United striker Wayne Rooney is set for a stunning England recall by coach Gareth Southgate.

The former Manchester United and Everton forward looked to have played his last game for Gareth Southgate's side.

But a move to DC United has revitalised the 33-year-old will win a 120th cap at Wembley on November 15, reports The Sun.

Rooney scored 12 goals for his new club to guide them into the MLS play-offs before they were beaten by Colombus.

His return to the England side will be a one-off to allow him the send-off his international career deserves.

The clash is expected to raise as much as £500,000 for a number of children's charities.

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