How Marcus Rashford Performed For Barcelona vs FC Seoul

On Thursday afternoon, Marcus Rashford, a Manchester United outcast, made his second appearance for Barcelona as the Catalan powerhouses thrashed FC Seoul 7-3 in a thrilling goalfest. After a string of arguments with new manager Ruben Amorim, who frequently questioned Rashford’s attitude in public, the 27-year-old was told he had no future at Old Trafford.

Rashford’s brief stint at Aston Villa earlier this year did not result in a full-time move, so he now has a fantastic opportunity to find a new permanent home at Camp Nou. He could, however, change his story under Hansi Flick. Barcelona signed him as a backup for Nico Williams, but if he performs well, the loan could quickly become a permanent one if the higher-ups activate the clause.

The Spanish press praised the England international, who was in Thomas Tuchel’s first squad but not his second, for a “excellent” debut performance against Vissel Kobe last week. Rashford might be preparing for a full-scale comeback if his second performance is any indication.

Rashford Stakes Claim For Left-Wing Spot in Second Barca Appearance

The quiet at Old Trafford has turned to revelry in Catalonia

In just six minutes, Rashford tested the opposition custodian by wiggling free to create space and then hitting a low-driven attempt on goal. Rashford was given forty-five minutes to prove to his new fans what he could contribute to the Spanish domestic treble-winning team. See his initial attempt below:

The left-winger’s genuine desire to take up the ball and drive forward, which was once a defining characteristic of his style but had somewhat diminished in his later years at Manchester United, was evident during his whole cameo.

He consistently caused trouble for his opponents, and the general consensus among onlookers was that he might make a strong case for a starting position ahead of Raphinha if he kept up his current performance.

“Rashford is getting double teamed on the left and is actually beating players 1v1,” a user on X said. “Even faster! How long before he permanently takes Raphinha’s starting position? A second, meantime, added:

“Eventually Rashford will start and Raphinha will be the number 10, because look at how lively our left flank has become.”

A third commenter on X said: “RASHFORD! One person concluded, “Wow Rashford, I’m finally witnessing a LW that can dribble.” Another said, “This is what I’ve been lacking in that LW.”