Former England captain Wayne Rooney says Harry Kane should face Wales in their final World Cup group game.

The Three Lions are top of Group B with four points after recording a 6-2 win over Iran and drawing 0-0 with USA on Friday.

Talking in his Times column, 53 England-goal Rooney said on resting Kane: "The other big change I would make for the Wales match would be to rest Harry Kane.

"Against the USA, he looked like he may have been suffering the effects of a heavy knock he took in the Iran game.

"It was from a tackle in the second half and in that match I felt that Gareth should have considered taking him off at half-time.

"England were leading 3-0, the game was already won and Harry is our most important player.

"When there are opportunities to protect him and help him stay fit, I believe Gareth (Southgate) should take them — and that is why I would keep Harry on the bench against Wales."