In a surprising turn of events, Marcus Rashford has been notably absent from Manchester United’s matchday squad set to face Fulham in the Premier League this Saturday.
The Red Devils find themselves in dire straits, coming off consecutive 3-0 losses to both Manchester City and Newcastle United in their recent home matches. Under Erik ten Hag’s management, the team has suffered defeats in eight of their first 15 matches of the season.
Unfortunately, Manchester United will have to navigate this crucial encounter without their star forward, Marcus Rashford, as the club has officially announced that he picked up an injury during a training session. In an official statement, the club elaborated, “Rashford traveled with the rest of the team, but the Mancunian forward will not be involved in west London, due to injury.
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Marcus took a heavy knock to his leg in training and was unable to finish the last session before the game. The England international underwent a fitness test this morning when it was decided he was unable to play.”
Before their setback, Marcus Rashford was expected to be in the starting lineup at Craven Cottage. However, in his absence, Alejandro Garnacho has been selected to take his place on the left wing. Additionally, ten Hag has decided to include Raphael Varane and Mason Mount on the bench.
Erik Ten Hag Critizes Marcus Rashford’s Recent Behavior
In a pre-match press conference, Erik ten Hag didn’t shy away from addressing the situation, criticizing Marcus Rashford for being spotted at a nightclub until the early hours following the recent humbling defeat to Manchester City. Despite this, the Dutch manager defended the 26-year-old from allegations of lacking motivation at United, emphasizing that Rashford had signed a new long-term contract over the summer.
Nevertheless, Rashford’s performance this season has raised eyebrows, having scored only once in 14 games for the Red Devils, a significant drop from his career-high of 30 goals last term.
Man United Match Line-up
Man Utd XI to face Fulham (4-2-3-1)Â Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Evans, Dalot; McTominay, Eriksen; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho, Hojlund.
