Rooney scored escort while Mrs was pregnant

England were among a number of fancied sides who began their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with handsome wins, but their trip to Switzerland on Tuesday comes amid a tabloid storm surrounding Wayne Rooney.

The Manchester United striker made three goals in England's 4-0 win at home to Bulgaria on Friday but damaging newspaper revelations on Sunday alleged he frequented a prostitute while his wife, Coleen, was pregnant.

It comes at an inopportune time for coach Fabio Capello, who is trying to right the England ship after their disappointing World Cup, but James Milner says Rooney will not be affected by the scandal.

"I think you want the best players out on the field and he's obviously one of them. He showed that the other night," said the Manchester City midfielder.

"He's a top, top player and you want to put out the strongest team possible."

England looked close to their impressive pre-World Cup form as they picked apart Bulgaria, but in Switzerland they face a team that has qualified for the last four major tournaments in succession.