This file photo taken on February 17, 2004 shows England player Wayne Rooney is seen before the friendly match against Portugal in Faro 17 February 2004. AFP PHOTO Adrian DENNIS England's record goalscorer Wayne Rooney announced on August 23, 2017 he is retiring from international football with immediate effect, despite England manager Gareth Southgate telling him he had earned a recall. Pic/AFP

Wayne Rooney, 31, England's all-time top scorer, has announced his immediate retirement from international football. No outfield player has won more Three Lions caps than the him. He netted a record 53 goals across 119 appearances.