2 weeks Ago By Robin Mumford
Rashford scored for Villa against Man City, but had mixed reactions from United fans. His performance showed promise, with a goal, but he also had wasteful moments. Fans are split on his potential return to Old Trafford, with some impressed and others unconvinced.
Marcus Rashford , boyhood Manchester United supporter, lived, breathed, and worshipped the club from his childhood home just a stone's throw from Old Trafford. Naturally, of course, when he then broke free from the loose shackles of the Carrington academy in 2016 to become the club's youngest-ever goalscorer in European competition by scoring a brace against Midtylland, the whole world sat up and took notice. Barely three days later, his Premier League debut produced another two goals and one assist against Arsenal.
He looked every bit the heir apparent to Wayne Rooney’s throne - the missing magic the post-Ferguson years had so desperately craved. By the 2019/20 campaign, he was firing on all cylinders, racking up a personal-best 34 goal involvements in 44 appearances. Clearly, a lot has changed since those halcyon days.
After being forced into exile by new Red Devils' boss Ruben Amorim following several suggested attitude issues, the 27-year-old is currently trying to prove he still has a lot left to give on loan at Aston Villa . But has his latest performance against Manchester City given his old supporters a reason to believe he has a role to play at the club he claims to love? They've now had their say. Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha believes that Marcus Rashford, if changes are seen, could return to Old Trafford in the summer.
How Marcus Rashford Performed In Man City 2-1 Aston Villa The statistics behind Rashford's midweek cameo at the Etihad Stadium - a venue that had long become a happy hunting ground during derby day - certainly suggest the Englishman enjoyed himself. Across 76 minutes, he took four shots, scoring once and hitting the woodwork on another occasion, while he also carved out one key pass, but notably also missed three big chances. See his highlights and statistics below: From an involvement standpoint, the left-winger could hardly be faulted.
While, at times during the back end of his M16 days, he was scrutinised for a perceived lack of effort, his all-action displays for Villa have reminded neutrals of a player ravenous to sink his teeth into every ounce of the drama. GIVEMESPORT Key Statistic: In 25 Premier League appearances this season, Marcus Rashford has contributed to 10 goals (six goals and four assists). But while he may have bagged a goal to show for it, the relentless demands of his boyhood supporters mean his moments of wastefulness have earned him nothing more than wishy-washy reviews.
Man United Fans Cast Their Verdict on Rashford Since being ousted by Amorim, Rashford's feelings about a return to Old Trafford in the future haven't been made clear. But given his longstanding allegiances to the Premier League's most successful club, one can assume that it is still the United supporters the forward is most keen to impress. Yet, the reaction to his latest cameo has been a mixed bag.
"Marcus Rashford has been sublime today," one X user said in acknowledgement of his efforts. "Funniest thing is getting rid of that quality mid-season. I know I keep saying it, but I can’t get my head around it.
" Another piece of praise added: "INEOS wanting pure profit in the long term is the only explanation. Ability wise he’s our best forward.A third then remarked: "Glad Villa have done us a favour and got Rashford fit and looking half decent again.
Should get decent money for him, he won’t be going to Villa." There have, however, been just as many comments suggesting the Old Trafford faithful are still unconvinced by their faded hero. Another fan said: "He was incredibly wasteful in front of goal with his only real highlight being the penalty he scored.
" Another concluded: "Everytime I see Rashford hype and go see the results his new team loses, but this Rashford PR is strong as hell." All statistics courtesy of Transfermarkt & Sofascore (correct as of 23/04/2025).
