Mata is thrilled for the United captain, and insists England - who secured Euro 2016 qualification with the victory - will be tough opponents in France.
The Spaniard wrote on his blog: "I would like to congratulate England for becoming the first team already qualified for Euro 2016.
"They have good players in every area and I'm sure they're going to be one of the main rivals in France.
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Juan Mata praises Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney
"Special congrats to my team-mate Wayne Rooney for equalling Sir Bobby Charlton as England's leading all-time goalscorer.
"Wayne is one of the best players I've ever had as a team-mate, and I'm sure he's going to set a record very difficult to beat in the future."
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