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Rooney ends playing career to become full-time Derby boss

Derby County striker Wayne Rooney reacts during their English FA Cup third round match against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park in London on January 5, 2020. PHOTO | IAN KINGTON | AFP

By  AFP

What you need to know:

  • The former Manchester United and England player has been in charge of the Rams on an interim basis since Phillip Cocu was sacked in November.

London

Manchester United and England great Wayne Rooney ended his illustrious playing career on Friday to take up the job of managing Championship side Derby on a full-time basis.

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