Rooney denies betting rift with Owen

WAYNE ROONEY has dismissed talks of a rift with his England strike partner Michael Owen over an alleged betting ring.

Tue, 11 Apr, 2006 - 01:00
Joanne Clements

Reports suggested the Manchester United star was furious with Owen for letting him get sucked so heavily into the gambling scene.

Rooney, who earns at least £50,000 (€72,000) a week, has racked up a £700,000 (€1 million) debt betting on horses, dogs and football, according to the Sunday Mirror.

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