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A spokesman for Wayne Rooney has defended the England strikers post-match celebrations following the 3-0 win over Scotland. The Sun newspaper alleged the England captain appeared to have been drinking heavily on Saturday night, printing a photo that appeared to show the Manchester United forward looking the worse for wear after dropping in on a wedding party. Having started the World Cup Qualifier on Friday evening, Rooney missed the 2-2 friendly draw with Spain on Tuesday with a minor knee injury, with manager Gareth Southgate forced to reiterate the point in his post-match press conference. Gareth Southgate says he will reflect with immense pride on his time in charge of England, but will not confirm if he wants the job on a full-time basis And a spokesman for the 31-year-old said Rooneys good nature on the night had been exploited.Wayne, along with the rest of the England squad, was on a night off duty, the spokesman told Sky Sports News HQ. Six months half price Upgrade to Sky Sports to watch Man Utd v Arsenal on Saturday and get the first six months half price Rather than going out, he chose to stay at the team hotel to relax and celebrate a fine England victory against Scotland. During the course of the evening he was approached by numerous fellow guests for autographs and pictures. Englands interim manager Gareth Southgate (left) talks with Englands striker Rooney As he has always been, Wayne was happy to sign, pose for photos and chat with guests. It is sad that one or two of them have now sought to turn Waynes friendly good nature to their advantage.But the story has provoked a response from the Football Association, who will review the way England players use their free time while on international duty.An FA spokesman said: All England personnel have a responsibility to behave appropriately at all times. We will be reviewing our policy around free time whilst on international duty.Upgrade to Sky Sports now to watch Man Utd v Arsenal this Saturday and get the first six months half price! Also See: Spain fightback stuns England Southgate: Rooney was injured Dier accuses Herrera of elbow England talking points Mariners Jerseys China . Ryan Garbutt had a goal and two assists as Dallas snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night. Mariners Jerseys 2020 . It says Pocklingtons lawyer filed the appeal Friday in a California court. CTV Edmonton also says Pocklington gave a $100,000 cash deposit as part of the conditions of his bail, and that he will be out on bail until his appeal is heard. https://www.cheapmariners.com/ . R.J. Umberger scored twice to lead the Blue Jackets to a franchise-record for consecutive wins with a 5-3 victory Tuesday night over the Los Angeles Kings. Seattle Mariners Pro Shop . Canada is now down to its 22-player limit, although but players wont be registered until Christmas Day. Changes could still be made as a result of a suspension or injury. Stitched Mariners Jerseys . Galatasaray said in a statement on its website Monday that Mancini signed a three-year contract and will be paid 3.5 million euros for the upcoming season, with his salary upped to 4. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers?linebacker Luke Kuechly?hasnt been cleared from the leagues concussion protocol and will not play in Sundays game against the San Diego Chargers, the team announced Saturday.Kuechly, who has missed the past two games, was a full participant in Fridays practice for the first time since suffering the injury in a Nov. 17 win against New Orleans. Coach Ron Rivera was hopeful that Kuechly would pass the final test in the protocol and be able to play.You always keep your fingers crossed, Rivera said Friday.Starting strong safety Kurt Coleman and cornerback Daryl Worley have cleared the protocol and are available tto play against the Chargers.ddddddddddddThey, too, were full participants in Fridays practice.?Without Kuechly, the Panthers (4-8) have allowed 900 total yards and 75 points in games against Oakland and Seattle.?A.J. Klein?will make his third start for Kuechly. The 2013 Defensive Player of the Year also missed three games with a concussion last season.?The Panthers ruled defensive end Charles Johnson (hamstring), linebacker/special-teams player David Mayo (concussion) and right tackle Daryl Williams out for Sunday. ' ' '