Wayne Rooney Wishes Portugal Victory in the World Cup

Legendary England striker Wayne Rooney has made a surprise statement that caught the attention of the football community, as reported by Zamin.uz. In a conversation with Portuguese national team member Bruno Fernandes, he wished the country's national team luck for the 2026 World Cup.

According to Rooney, he sincerely wants the team featuring Cristiano Ronaldo to emerge victorious in the battle for the world crown. In his speech, the former player addressed his friends and colleagues, emphasizing that they should take to the field and find true enjoyment in football.

Rooney spoke highly of Portugal's potential and expressed hope for a positive outcome for them in the competition. These heartfelt wishes have brought extra excitement not only to the players but also to football fans worldwide.

The 2026 World Cup is set to open an entirely new chapter in football history. For the first time, the tournament will be hosted simultaneously across three countries: the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

The scale of the tournament will also expand, with 48 national teams expected to participate for the first time, ensuring even more intense and interesting competition. According to the draw results, Portugal is placed in Group K.

They will compete against Uzbekistan, Colombia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the group stage. Group stage matches are scheduled to begin on June 11, with teams giving their all to secure a spot in the knockout stages.

Rooney's support is a clear demonstration of high respect and confidence in the Portuguese team. Now, all eyes are on the 2026 World Cup.

This information was prepared based on bbc.co.uk.