Rooney joins Match of the Day as pundit

Wayne Rooney has reportedly secured an £800,000 deal to become a regular pundit on Match of the Day. This move follows his recent departure from his managerial role at Plymouth Argyle. The two-year contract will see Rooney regularly appear on the BBC's flagship football highlights show, with the possibility of a two-year extension. He will also be a panellist for the 2026 World Cup. This deal comes as Match of the Day undergoes changes, with new presenters replacing Gary Lineker, who resigned in May. Rooney has previously appeared as a pundit on the BBC and Sky Sports.