Rangers' Algeria defender Madjid Bougherra says he's ready to face Manchester United star Wayne Rooney.

Algeria face England in the World Cup.

Bougherra wrote in his column for The Scottish Sun: "Rooney will be one of the biggest players in South Africa this summer and clearly the biggest threat to Algeria.

"He's been in great form for Manchester United, and England will rely a lot on him.

"I know he will be a difficult opponent as he's a good player with great movement. He has everything in his game and is a great finisher too.

"But I like these moments when I play the best players in the world as I learn more. I've watched Rooney on TV, now I'm looking forward to playing against him once more.

"I faced him when Charlton were in the Premier League three years ago. After moving from Sheffield Wednesday in January 2007, I only played five games in England's top flight. But one was at Old Trafford and I can tell you that I managed to keep Rooney off the scoresheet!

"I'd love to do it again when we face England in Cape Town on June 18."