Rooney doubtful for England clash

LONDON (AFP) — Wayne Rooney is doubtful for England's friendly against Spain on Wednesday after suffering an injury in Manchester United's 4-0 win at Tottenham.

Rooney came off midway through the second half after taking a knock and United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted the striker may not be able to join up with England for the clash at Old Trafford.

It is thought Rooney may have sustained a back injury and Ferguson told Sky Sports: "Wayne was injured in a challenge and was limping about for a bit so we had to take him off.

"I will need to see it and assess him in the morning, but he ...