Marcus Rashford left Raphinha stunned as he missed the chance tap into an open goal during a friendly against Como. The 27-year-old forward, who arrived at the Nou Camp on loan from Manchester United this summer with an option for a permanent deal, was handed a golden chance to pad the scoreline. Instead, he somehow contrived to miss an empty net in front of a stunned crowd.
Barcelona fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief as both Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia have been registered with La Liga. The England international, who arrived on loan from Manchester United earlier this summer, had been waiting anxiously as paperwork and financial adjustments dragged on. However, the authorities have now cleared him to participate in an official match.
Marcus Rashford was handed his first La Liga start for Barcelona on Saturday but lasted only 45 minutes as Hansi Flick opted to replace the Manchester United loanee at half-time during their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Levante. Despite a bright opening spell, Rashford was withdrawn with the Blaugrana trailing 2-0 at the break before a late fightback secured all three points.
Jadon Sancho revealed that he received a glowing Aston Villa reference from Marcus Rashford with the Manchester United loanee "really inspired" by Unai Emery's plan for the season. After a troubled spell at Old Trafford and a brief stint on loan at Chelsea last season, the winger has chosen Villa Park as the stage for his revival.
Marcus Rashford has wasted no time settling into life at Barcelona, with the Manchester United loanee choosing a rap anthem for his traditional initiation song in front of new team-mates. The forward, who became the first Englishman to represent Barca since Gary Lineker, took centre stage by performing Dave and Central Cee’s hit ‘Sprinter’ upon arrival in Catalonia.
Barcelona will kick off their Champions League campaign against Newcastle at St James’ Park on Thursday with injuries clouding preparations. Lamine Yamal is ruled out, but coach Hansi Flick is placing his faith in Marcus Rashford to step up. With Frenkie de Jong and Gavi’s fitness also under scrutiny, the Blaugrana enter the competition looking to improve on last season’s heartbreak.
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