Wayne Rooney’s fame prevents him from attending his son Kai’s matches at Manchester United. Kai, aged 15, is Rooney and Coleen’s eldest child, with three younger siblings. Following in his father’s footsteps, Kai, a forward, joined the Red Devils’ academy in 2016, showing promise as a talented player. Despite Wayne’s desire to watch Kai play, the young talent requested his father to refrain from attending his games due to the overwhelming attention Wayne attracts.
Coleen revealed this information during her appearance on the TV show “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here” last year. She shared Kai’s decision, expressing the challenges of Wayne attending his son’s matches due to the attention he draws. While Wayne may not be present on the sidelines, he remains actively involved in Kai’s football development, providing guidance and support during practice sessions at home.
Acknowledging the pressure Kai faces as the son of a football legend, Wayne commended his son’s resilience. During the Super Cup NI tournament in Northern Ireland, Wayne emphasized Kai’s focus on enjoying the game and playing without added expectations. With Sky offering an attractive discount on its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming season, football enthusiasts can look forward to more live Premier League matches on the platform.