Wayne Rooney: 99% of people are not qualified to doubt Thomas Tuchel
June 22, 2026 · Global
Wayne Rooney has defended Thomas Tuchel's selection process for England's World Cup squad, stating that most people are not qualified to criticize the decision.
Wayne Rooney says that "99% of people are not qualified" to doubt Thomas Tuchel's approach to selecting England's World Cup squad. Rooney believes that few people truly understand the complexities of making national team selection decisions, especially ahead of a major tournament such as the World Cup. He added that Tuchel's expertise and experience as a coach was invaluable in determining the right players to represent England on the world stage.