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MAIL ON SUNDAY INTERVIEW: 'I would lock myself away and drink for two days... the anger would build up to an explosion': How Wayne Rooney battled his demons during a sensational career for Man United and England before finally finding inner peace

Wayne Rooney scored more goals for England and for Manchester United than any other player.

For a short time, in his youth, it felt as if he could be anything he wanted to be, a rival to Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. At Euro 2004, he played like a force of nature and it seemed that a door was opening to a time when England could be kings.

But even then, there was a shadow over him. There was always a shadow.

Wayne Rooney has opened up on how he battled his demons during his sensational career
Rooney had the world at his feet when he made his England breakthrough at Euro 2004
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Remember the name!