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‘What the f* are you doing? Stick a firework up their ae!’: Wayne Rooney launches f-word rant about Man United players who have his close friend Michael Carrick facing the sack

Wayne Rooney has launched a furious tirade at the Man United players who have his friend and ex-team-mate Michael Carrick on the brink of being sacked.

By WILL GRIFFEE · Daily Mail

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 12:02 PM

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Wayne Rooney criticized Manchester United players for lacking effort and letting down manager Michael Carrick.
United suffered an abject 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth following a 4-1 loss to Como.
Rooney specifically called out senior players Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford to step up.

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Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney launched a profanity-filled rant against the current squad for failing manager Michael Carrick following a 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. Speaking on The United Stand, Rooney criticized the players for their perceived lack of effort and work rate, claiming they are letting Carrick down and are not fit to wear the shirt.

Rooney specifically singled out Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford, urging them to step up during the club's crisis. He also backed Carrick after the manager dropped Fernandes following tactical criticisms, while former teammate Gary Neville separately accused players of unprofessionalism.

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