Gareth Southgate: Disappointing that Wayne Rooney has to defend his England inclusion

England manager Gareth Southgate says it is "disappointing to see Wayne Rooney have to defend his inclusion" in the squad.

England's top goalscorer will captain the side and wear the number 10 shirt when he comes on to make his farewell appearance against the United States in Thursday's friendly.

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