Coleen & Wayne Rooney enjoy tasty lunch in landmark Co. Down pub
They even got a cheeky snap with the pub's mascot 🤣⚽️
Last updated 16th Jun 2021
We're used to Hollywood A-listers and TV stars roaming through the streets of Belfast, but not world-class footballers!
Former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney was spotted this afternoon, enjoying a picture-perfect lunch with his wife Coleen in The Dirty Duck Ale House, Holywood.
One of the most legendary traditional pubs in the city, with beautiful views overlooking Belfast Lough, there's no doubt the Rooney's would have enjoyed some of NI's charming hospitality.
Staff were quick to grab a photo of the celebrity pair, alongside the The Dirty Duck's infamous fluffy duck mascot.
"No, this isn’t photoshop, your eyes don’t deceive you - it is in fact former Man United player, Wayne Rooney and his lovely wife, Coleen in our restaurant! ⚽️🦆
The pair called in for a tasty bite to eat this afternoon and were lovely enough to pose for a photo with our famous fluffy duck 🐥 Hope you enjoyed your meal guys! ❤️"
Wonder where they're off to next? We're predicting somewhere handy that's showing the Euros ⚽️
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