Wayne Rooney was emotionalWayne Rooney held back tears after watching his brother John guide Macclesfield to a huge FA Cup upset against Crystal Palace on Saturday. The non-league side beat holders Palace 2-1 with an emotional Rooney watching on as a pundit for the BBC. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT And after seeing younger brother and Macclesfield manager John, mastermind a historic upset, Manchester United and England legend Wayne Rooney choked up. Asked for his reaction on the BBC at full-time, he said: "It's incredible to see my younger brother achieve this, he has not long been the manager. Speaking to the BBC, Macclesfield captain and man of the match, Paul Dawson said: "I am very happy but very tired.

Source: Express January 10, 2026 14:44 UTC