Wayne Rooney 'unreservedly' apologises to Gareth Southgate over weekend pictures

Wayne Rooney admitted images taken of him over the weekend were "inappropriate for someone in his position".

Wayne Rooney 'unreservedly' apologises to Gareth Southgate over weekend pictures

England captain Wayne Rooney has "unreservedly" apologised to interim manager Gareth Southgate and Football Association technical director Dan Ashworth, admitting images taken of him over the weekend were "inappropriate for someone in his position".

The 31-year-old started the Three Lions' World Cup qualifying win against Scotland on Friday, but a minor knee injury saw him withdraw from the squad to face Spain.

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