1 goal (scored last night) is not enough to warrant an automatic start imho, he most likely has the most goals in qualifying because he plays the most games (guessing)?
Time after number Rooney starts, but doesnt deliver in the games that count, what do you suggest, we keep playing him till he retires as he might come good? Do we want to win or just play Rooney as he is our "best" striker? And if he is the best striker, why is he played out of position?
Regardless of individuals we lost to Italy, we werent good enough, we had to win this game, we cant keep just playing the same players with the same strategy, we need to adapt, players, team and management, make some bold choices, too much safe bets all round!