Rooney to quit England after 2018 World Cup


Britain Football Soccer - England Press Conference - St. George?s Park - 30/8/16 England's Wayne Rooney during the press conference Action Images via Reuters / Carl Recine Livepic

LONDON (Reuters) - Wayne Rooney will end his England career after the 2018 World Cup in Russia, the striker said on Tuesday.

The 30-year-old made his announcement at a news conference ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Slovakia on Sunday when will set a new record for an England outfield player, ahead of David Beckham, by winning his 116th cap.

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