Reinvented Rooney plays deep for England in draw with Russia (The Associated Press)

Wayne Rooney began what may be a new era in his lengthy England career with a deep-lying midfield role against Russia at Euro 2016. Sitting back in the center of the pitch on Saturday, waiting for time and space to play a decisive pass, Rooney did the job he finished the English season performing at Manchester United in Louis van Gaal's final months as manager. One through ball in particular to Dele Alli could easily have resulted in a goal, and Rooney provided a calm, controlling presence in midfield in the 1-1 draw.