do you think wayne rooney is under pressure to carry england in this world cup?
458515
I think Rooney is too rash to understand the meaning of pressure. For him it's all about winning, and his frustration will give him the drive to succeed and overcome any pressure on him. Besides, he'll have plenty of assistance from Lampard and co.
444081
yes i think Wayne Rooney is very ready to lead England to victory.
1014758
Sweden needs to win (Sweden could also tie tough) but I think the English will try to avoid Germany in the next round. Moreover, I think England will not play at 100% and with many substitutes
611593
Surely england can win the world cup.The rooney factor is impoetant in this context.But let's hope for the best!
894021
Not all countries are playing well now(infact some have never played well at all). \nExcluding the minor countries, the only world cup winning team which is performing poorly is (sadly) England. They will find it very hard to do so in 2010. But then again not all hopes are lost as I beleive that Rooney will mature as a footballer and also control his temper and guide England to victory. There is also Aaron Lennon(precociously talented; AND MUCH BETTER THAN BECHAM) and maybe even Theo Walcott will come good and I sincerely hope my favorite Englaish footballer(at present), John Terry will be around. But if England has to make some inroads now, they gotta fire McLaren and hire O'Neill.\n\n\nI feel that most of the others contenders for  2010 are playing well. But i also am forced to believe that my other favorite team, Argentina might miss qualifying too.
1027352
OK, going against the grain. Yes they can. But they might need to change the 4-4-2 to a 4-5-1 permanently, free up Gerrard, Lampard needs to get on form and for crying out loud, Rooney cant brake his foot. In those circumstances they have a chance.
174836
if everyone else in the team is as committed as WAYNE ROONEY is for every game... then england can be world champions again (provided soon-go eriksson doesn't say stupid things to/about the players - best english team so far!).\nit's about time... few youngsters remember alf ramsey's 1966 world cup team which trashed germany 4-2 in the final. i predict a brazil - england final - england 3 brazil 2
1033720
Oh I think Portugal will definately struggle to win against England. Because they have great players! Yeah Rooney. I rate that guy highly because Im a United fan but that match against Ecuador where he pushed against to players in the box claiming that they held him back but it was he who actually tried to push past them! Did any of you English see that? Probably not I'd say!! \nLet's face it people. Whenever Portugal and England meet the english feel intimidated and make them out as the cheats and divers that they are not. \nO inglês são demais teimoso ver que eles não são os melhores lados. Temem o português. LONGO VIVE PORTUGAL!!
686189
I would not say no straight away , you lot are putting all of England's chances on one man which is a mistake. You must consider that England have a forty year history of failure concerning the world cup and now it is in Germany 40 years after 1966 , so you'll see that this is a massive motivation and we have to perform well. This will push England and make stronger and more dangerous. Besides , have you seen the squad Sven has come up with? I think our chances are real good , even without Wayne but Wayne#s a strong kid and he might make  it back and just close your eyes and imagine what would happen if england won the world cup , (imagine that whether you like England or not) considering 1966
1014653
Looking good so far and getting better. Winning, getting through without major injuries to players are key to making to the last stage. England will be there i feel because of exceptional Wayne Rooney - playmaker, striker extraordinaire.
658534
totti fit\n\nRooney will have his next scan on may 25\n\nhttp://www.worldcup2006news.net/2006/05/22/rooneys-fast-recovery/\n\nShevchenko is facing serious doubts\n\nhttp://www.worldcup2006news.net
563157
Looks pretty strong around. especially in defense, midfield, and wings. only problem i feel is that there in no defensive midfielder in the team. they tried Ledley king in the friendly against Argentina and it worked, but unfortunately he is in injured. beckam was tried with disastrous results against northern Ireland and Denmark both games they lost.\n    i don't like the sound of peter crouch upfront,i somehow dint like him.they should have given chance to Defoe or bent in his place. hope fully Owen will be fit to start and Rooney by 2nd round or quarters. i hope they go all the way, they are in easier group, and you cannot say what will happen in the knock out phase.
511186
We're gonna walk it! We have the strongest team out there, even without Rooney.\n\nFellow England supporters, get your 3 lions car window graphic to fly alongside your flags at this link...
379006
I take it you mean Rooney. He is having a scan tomorrow so fingers crossed he's ok 40 days to the WC yet.
565093
Wow, when I first read your question I thought you were off your rocker.  Rooney is hurt bad.  But you know what...I started thinking and started believing you.  I hope your theory is correct and he'll be ready.  But seriously....if he broke it in numerous spots (which might be the conspiracy) it will be difficult to be fit for the end of the WC.
1061840
This is his first but by no means his last World Cup. Rooney will be around for a long time. Amen ... and GO ENGLAND
1014082
Its a scorching day, and It was the first game. I dunno about you lot, but I wouldnt be much good running In this heat, after all I`m human like the English players. Theres been so much on the news, In the papers, building England up, all the media hype...you ever heard of the saying " trying to hard to please"? The whole world Is watching, everything they do, or dont do, they know they get slagged off for. I agree, England were`nt all that today, but...3 points Is what matters, As for swapping teams after 1 game, 1, where Is your loyalty? 2, Dont go by the first game. 3,Brazil have`nt even played yet, and If they do and lose to an underdog team, you gonna revert back to England again when It suits you?. I dont think your being a good role model for your son, Its as If to say " England are losing, sinking, lets jump ship" Nonsence....You watch our next few matches....If England get further than you expected or If England win....I hope you tell your son, "Daddy Is a plonker"!!!