Charlton Backs Rooney For Record

Last updated : 10 September 2009 By Ed
Bobby Charlton thinks Wayne Rooney can carry the burden of being England's lead striker for the next few years.

"I would really have no problems if Wayne eventually got beyond 50," Charlton told the Manchester Evening News.

"There are a lot of goals to come from him.

"I don't worry about talking about Wayne like this or the fact that people see him as so vital for England these days because he is a big lad, a strong character who can handle the pressure."