Manchester United match shirt issued/worn by Rooney in a Europa League match, 2015/16 season.

Wayne Rooney embodied the spirit of Manchester United, wearing the captain’s armband and the iconic number 10 shirt with pride.

On the pitch, he led with grit and charisma, giving every ounce of himself in every match. That number 10 on his back wasn’t just a number — it was a symbol of creativity and leadership. Rooney himself once admitted he jumped at the chance to wear it, fully aware of the legacy it carried at Old Trafford, worn by legends like Denis Law, Mark Hughes, and Ruud van Nistelrooy.

As captain, he was the emotional and technical anchor of the team, always ready to rally the younger players and drag the Red Devils forward in difficult moments. His relentless determination and boundless passion made him a natural leader, as well as one of the finest talents of his generation.

There was no shortage of moments of pure class: wearing the number 10, Rooney delivered unforgettable magic, none more iconic than the overhead kick in the 2011 Manchester derby. That goal, acrobatic and timeless, remains etched in the memories of fans and perfectly captured the essence of Rooney: courage, technique, and an insatiable desire to win.

Even by the 2015/16 season, now a veteran, Rooney still had the ability to light up a game with a single touch or strike, inspiring those around him. Wearing the number 10 shirt was an honour and a responsibility: a special bond that pushed him to give his all, to repay the club’s faith and the fans’ unwavering love.

The 2015/16 campaign saw Rooney lead as captain through a season of ups and downs, eventually crowned by a major trophy. Manchester United finished fifth in the Premier League, narrowly missing out on Champions League qualification, edged out by rivals Manchester City on goal difference alone.

But the real glory came in the FA Cup: led by Rooney’s captaincy, United triumphed in the final against Crystal Palace after extra time, lifting the club’s 12th FA Cup. It was a landmark moment for Rooney, who finally got his hands on the trophy he’d long pursued, raising it high at Wembley after a hard-fought 2–1 victory. He played all 120 minutes, dropping into midfield and delivering a commanding performance that earned him the Man of the Match award, proof of his enduring influence. He ended the season with 15 goals, once again finishing among the team’s top scorers.

The shirt now on display is a match-issued from the 2015/16 season, issued for the Europa League but never worn by Rooney, who was sidelined due to a knee injury. That year, United had earned their place in the Champions League by defeating Club Brugge in the playoffs, but finished third in the group stage and dropped into the Europa League. Rooney did not feature in that competition, making this shirt a rare piece from an emotionally charged and memorable season.

This is more than a match shirt: it’s a genuine artifact of Rooney’s captaincy, of his constant commitment, and the symbolic weight of the number 10, even when he wasn’t on the pitch. A relic that speaks of leadership, resilience, and loyalty, in true Wayne Rooney fashion.

This memorabilia is part of the match supply made available to players during official competitions and is different in its features in relation to the ones sold in fanshops.

Technical details:

• Model home
• Size 8
• Made in Thailand
• Europa League patch applied on the right sleeve
• Uefa Respect patch applied on the left sleeve