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Wayne Rooney Reveals Bedtime Habit on BBC

2026-07-06 · Wayne Rooney · Player Focus

Wayne Rooney Reveals Bedtime Habit on BBC

Wayne Rooney was forced to reveal his astonishing bedtime habit during the BBC’s coverage of England’s World Cup clash against Mexico. Rooney was part of the pundits' lineup for the last-16 clash, which was delayed due to lightning threats in the area.

What happened?

The match was due to kick off at 6pm local time, but the stadium had to activate its thunderstorm protocol, delaying the game. As the BBC trio of Kelly Cates, Micah Richards, and Joe Hart tried to keep the country entertained, the conversation turned to Rooney's bedtime habit.

Rooney revealed that he sleeps with a hairdryer on, a habit that has raised eyebrows among his peers. He said: "If I'm in a hotel by myself sleeping by myself, I'd sleep with the hairdryer on."

Why it matters for Wayne Rooney

Rooney's habit has been a topic of discussion before, with his wife Coleen revealing that he once risked a fire in their home when he blew up a hairdryer while trying to sleep. She said: "It’s a fan when I’m in the bed, but if not, it is a hairdryer."

The BBC pundits were amused by Rooney's revelation, with Joe Hart saying: "I didn't even know him that well, I thought he was hoovering." Rooney's habit has become a talking point, with many wondering why he prefers to sleep with a hairdryer on.

What comes next?

The delayed match eventually kicked off at 7pm local time, with England facing Mexico in the last-16 clash. Rooney's bedtime habit may have stolen the show, but the focus will now shift to the match and England's chances of progressing in the tournament.

Rooney's revelation has given fans a glimpse into his personal life, and it will be interesting to see how he responds to the attention. For now, the focus is on the World Cup, and England's match against Mexico is sure to be an exciting one.

The World Cup has been full of surprises, and Rooney's bedtime habit is just one of the many interesting stories to emerge from the tournament. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more exciting matches and interesting revelations from the players and pundits involved.

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