Wayne Rooney retires from international football
He'll bow out as the country's record scorer and most capped outfield player.
Last updated 23rd Aug 2017
Wayne Rooney, England's all-time top scorer, has announced that he's retiring immediately from international football.
No outfield player has won more Three Lions caps than the 31-year-old, who netted a record 53 goals across 119 appearances for his country.
Here's how the sporting world have reacted to the news:
"53 goals. 119 games. Forever a #ThreeLions legend. Thank you, @WayneRooney.'' - England's official Twitter account thanked Rooney following his announcement.
"Brilliant timing. Always great to go out on top. Well done @WayneRooney an International career to be proud of.'' - Former England striker Michael Owen.
"England's highest ever goalscorer calls it a day. Congratulations to @WayneRooney on a magnificent international career. A player's player.'' - Another former England striker, Gary Lineker.
"Well done on a record-breaking @England career, @WayneRooney!'' - Rooney's former club Manchester United
Here's his statement in full:
"It was great that Gareth Southgate called me this week to tell me he wanted me back in the England squad for the upcoming matches. I really appreciated that.
"However, having already thought long and hard, I told Gareth that I had now decided to retire for good from international football.
"It is a really tough decision and one I have discussed with my family, my manager at Everton and those closest to me.
"Playing for England has always been special to me. Every time I was selected as a player or captain was a real privilege and I thank everyone who helped me.
"But I believe now is the time to bow out.
"Leaving Manchester United was a tough call but I know I made the right decision in coming home to Everton. Now I want to focus all my energies on helping them be successful.
"I will always remain a passionate England fan.
"One of my very few regrets is not to have been part of a successful England tournament side.
"Hopefully the exciting players Gareth is bringing through can take that ambition further and I hope everyone will get behind the team.
"One day the dream will come true and I look forward to being there as a fan - or in any capacity".