Rooney Shares Candid Take on World Cup Half-Time Show

Wayne Rooney didn’t hold back in expressing his thoughts during the World Cup final. The Manchester United icon appeared less than impressed by the half-time show, which included performances from big names like Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Ted Lasso, and The Muppets.

His reaction was blunt: “That’s crap.”

While collaborating with the BBC Sport team, Rooney was asked about his favorite moment from the half-time entertainment during the goalless clash between Argentina and Spain. He quickly replied, “I’ll be honest with you when I’m done.”

“There are a lot of artists I like, but I thought they were crap,” he reiterated, leaving the other panelists—Gabby Logan, Micah Richards, and Joe Hart—at a loss for words.

“Honestly, it was,” Rooney asserted with conviction. He added, “That didn’t motivate me. I like Bieber. I like Shakira. It was too flat.”

Fans on social media praised him for his honesty. One user described his comment as “timeless.”

Another supporter commended him for stating what many people were thinking: “Well done Wayne Rooney for not being afraid to say out loud what other people are saying. We just want to watch the football.”

Rooney’s remarks even elevated him to “national hero” status among some social media users.

Amid the World Cup coverage, which saw extra time as Spain triumphed over Argentina 1-0 at MetLife Stadium, Argentina faced further challenges after Enzo Fernandes received a red card in stoppage time. The match largely showcased Spain’s attacking strength, but Argentina held firm, thanks in large part to goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez’s efforts.