Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford is making headlines once again after earning a spot back in the England national team. Following an impressive run at Aston Villa, where he secured four assists, the forward was called up to represent his country for the first time since March 2024. Rashford, who joined Villa on loan from Manchester United in February, showcased his skills in England’s recent World Cup qualifier against Albania.
Before making the move to Villa Park, Rashford had struggled to find consistent form at Manchester United, netting only four Premier League goals. Under the management of Ruben Amorim, he saw limited playing time, leading to his temporary switch to Aston Villa. However, his time at Villa appears to have rejuvenated his career, earning him a well-deserved recall to the national squad.
In England’s 2-0 victory over Albania at Wembley, Rashford played a key role, marking a strong return to international football. Following the match, he took to Instagram to express his excitement, writing, “It felt so good to be back with the boys! A solid start to the qualifiers with a lot more to come.” Among the many responses to his post, Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham left a short but supportive comment: “He’s back,” accompanied by a heart emoji, signaling his encouragement for Rashford’s return.
Despite Rashford’s solid performance, England manager Thomas Tuchel has set high expectations for him and fellow winger Phil Foden ahead of their next qualifier against Latvia. Speaking about their contributions, Tuchel remarked, “We hope for more impact in these positions. More dribbling and aggressive runs towards the box. The chances come from the little runs behind the line, and they were not as decisive as they can be. Both wingers who started have the ability to be more influential, as they regularly show in club football.”
As Rashford continues to build momentum with Aston Villa, his return to the national team is a promising sign of what’s to come. With England aiming for a strong campaign in the World Cup qualifiers, all eyes will be on the forward to see if he can maintain his resurgence and make a lasting impact for both club and country.
