do you think wayne rooney will be fit enough to go to the world cup?
604539
No way! It's the English style- always lose a player right before the world cup in a stupid meaningless game when everything was already won. Even if United had won all 3 and Chelsea lost all 3 there is a 12 goal difference that United were not likely to make up. So why play Rooney the full 90 minutes? Stupidity
507069
YES. \nHE CAN PLAY.\nIF HE POSSES THE ESSENTIAL ASPECTS TO PLAY IN OUR NATIONAL TEAM.\nWILL HE AQUIRE THOSE SKILLS WHICH HE LOST FOR NEARLY 2 YEARS...?
1052953
slightly out of shape for a footballer, yes. I think it's a good thing because he seems to get less offside decisions and with the range of passing in Brazil, they can just get the ball to his feet and he'll score a goal from wherever he is with his amazing power and accuracy! His shots are so good that it really seems to make up for his weight issue. It's funny watching him run though, it looks like too much effort for him compared to everyone else...
504300
Very good if he plays. Those who consider his youth/inexperience a handicap should remember wayne rooney and Michael Owen, both of who shone on their 1st major international outings at a young age.
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
782838
Doubtful, hamstring's take 3-4 weeks to heal, Ole is estimated to come back in December, even if he's ahead of schedule he'd still take a week or two to get to match fitness. Add to that he's behind Saha, Rooney and maybe even that kid Rossi in the pecking order for a striking spot and it's even more doubtful. Which is a shame, as he's been a good striker over the years, especially coming off the bench to score.Play acting to get time added on aside, can't tell I'm not a Man Utd fan can you. Anyway, there it is.
564319
It would not be fair comparing Rooney to Henry at this time, because there is still a cloud of doubt that Rooney would even be at the world cup. But if Rooney was to be fit, i will give it 100% to Rooney.\n\nThere is a way that boy plays that is marked with dedication and patriotism. Also he seems to be lucky playing for country more that even for his club Manchester united. Henry from competitions after competitions have shown that he is unique for his club arsenal, but when it comes to playing for France, it seems that spark around him that makes him a terror in the league whether at home or in Europe, disappears. I hope he is different this year and at this competition because i love to watch him play. But i give it to Rooney if he is 100% fit
526003
No kidding.  How many goals does he plan to score?  Probably no Rooney, limited Owen at best.  Crouch is just tall, but there are plenty of midfielders to cross it to him.  After Crouch, Walcott and a bunch of other teenagers in reserve with one cap between them. Good luck to the English.  Probably will not win their group and may not make it to the round of 16 at all.
496662
If all what I hear is true, then he certainly has the potential to be the hero.  He is very young, unknown and there is no pressure on him, unlike if Rooney was fit and playing.  There will be a lot expected of Rooney if and when he plays.  Theo doesnot have this pressure, he has nothing to lose.
444081
yes i think Wayne Rooney is very ready to lead England to victory.
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.
601627
England have a great shot this year, even if Rooney may be out (fingers crossed he aint) alot of the players on the team, are at their peaks too.
363630
I think Rooney has something to prove.....he will be highly motivated to score.  Ronaldhino has a lot of other scorers on his own team to compete with.  Rooney is by far the best scorer for england.
650242
Dude its always correct to think England should mature up as a team. But you cant win a match without a striker can you, as Michael Owen is injured too and Rooney who is considered as having the caliber of Pele too hits the ground. Moreover there is no better replacement for Rooney in the whole country. Try thinking that way.
1019792
possibly.\n\nbecause in todays world cup match against the US, he strained his hamstring in the first half.\n\nhe had already just come back from a knee injury on the same leg..\n\nit all depends on how he feels, and if he can run and kick properly, or else it could cause an early exit for the Czech Republic.
604732
I hope they do, I'm rooting for them.  But....Rooney had a lot to offer the team, and without him, I don't think they'll do as well.  Then again....keeping my fingers crossed! \n\nMan Utd Fan....Glory Glory Man Utd!
724396
Generally he is not in a form . But he remains one of the top players, don't we worry , he is gonna be all right, it was probably exhausting his training programme for the world cup!!!!