Marcus Rashford — England winger who scored 14 goals during a loan spell at Barcelona before returning to Manchester United after the club declined his purchase option.
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… More recently, Marcus Rashford opened his account for the Catalan club on his fourth outing, in a 2-1 win over Newcastle in last season’s Champions League group stage. …
Gordon opens goal account as Barcelona equal best startDaily Guide
Cole Palmer (L) and Declan Rice Tino Livramento, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice have all pulled out of England’s squad for forthcoming Nations League matches. …
Palmer, Rice Among Five Withdrawals From England SquadJoy Online
… United forward Marcus Rashford volleyed a great chance over late in the half but the game stayed goalless. …
Cunha rescues point for Man United at FulhamJoy Online
… Mason Mount doubled their advantage two minutes later when he drove home the rebound from a Marcus Rashford effort that had been blocked. …
Man United lose to Brighton from 2-0 up to end 50-year recordJoy Online
… Mason Mount doubled their advantage two minutes later when he drove home the rebound from a Marcus Rashford effort that had been blocked. …
Man United lose to Brighton from 2-0 up to end 50-year recordJoy Online
… The 25-year-old is still hunting his first goal, but has slotted seamlessly into Barcelona’s attack – in a left-wing spot often filled by on-loan England team-mate Marcus Rashford last term. …
Signed instead of Rashford, Gordon is proving worth at BarcaJoy Online
Barcelona sporting director Deco says Anthony Gordon’s style was a better fit for Hansi Flick’s side than Marcus Rashford’s as the club strengthened their squad this summer. …
Gordon a better fit for Barca than Rashford – DecoJoy Online
… Marcus Rashford has returned to the club with a sense of purpose. But you cannot ignore the negatives. …
Manchester United cannot ignore more dropped points despite positivesJoy Online
… United ended up having 33 shots, their most in a Premier League match since October 2016 against Burnley, including one where Mbeumo hit the bar from two yards out when faced with an open goal from Marcus Rashford’s ball. …
Fernandes hat-trick helps Man Utd recover to beat IpswichJoy Online
… It is an opinion though – and everyone is entitled to them; just as they are entitled to say Carrick’s side were toothless in attack, before and after Marcus Rashford’s half-time introduction for his first United appearance since December 2024. …
Man Utd ‘didn’t look ready’ – but hurting Carrick remains calmAnthony Gordon scored his first competitive goal for Barcelona in their 3-0 victory over Getafe, with his deflected shot from 18 yards opening the scoring after 78 seconds. Barcelona's win was their eighth consecutive in La Liga this season, matching their best start from 2013-14.
11 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Anthony Gordon scored his first competitive goal for Barcelona in their 3-0 victory over Getafe, with his deflected shot from 18 yards opening the scoring after 78 seconds. Barcelona's win was their eighth consecutive in La Liga this season, matching their best start from 2013-14.
11 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Palmer, Rice, Rashford, Mainoo and Livramento have withdrawn from England's squad for forthcoming Nations League matches; Morgan Gibbs-White and James Garner have been called up by manager Thomas Tuchel to replace them.
22 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Matheus Cunha's deflected shot in the 89th minute rescued a 1–1 draw for Manchester United at Fulham, denying the hosts a first Premier League win of the season and saving United from a third consecutive defeat.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United lost 3-2 to Brighton in a Carabao Cup tie at Old Trafford, conceding twice in four second-half minutes after leading 2-0. It was the first time United had led at home by two goals and lost since 1976.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United suffered a Carabao Cup exit at Old Trafford after Brighton came from 2-0 down to win 3-2, marking the first time United had led at home by two goals and lost since 1976.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Anthony Gordon has provided four assists in his first five matches for Barcelona since joining in May, slotting seamlessly into the left-wing position previously filled by Marcus Rashford, though the 25-year-old England winger has yet to score a goal.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona sporting director Deco explained that Anthony Gordon's playing style aligns better with coach Hansi Flick's tactics than Marcus Rashford's, though Rashford scored 14 goals during his loan spell last season. Gordon joined Barcelona from Newcastle for more than 80m euros, while Rashford returned to Manchester United after Barcelona declined to exercise their £30.3m purchase option.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United drew 2-2 with Everton but have dropped five points from their opening three Premier League matches, conceding twice in each game. Manager Michael Carrick acknowledges positives including Benjamin Sesko's first goal and Kobbie Mainoo's impressive form, but cannot ignore the defensive struggles as the club prepares for Champions League and a Manchester City clash.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United came from behind to beat Ipswich Town 5-2, with captain Bruno Fernandes scoring a hat-trick after the visitors had taken an early lead through Leif Davis. The turnaround began when a defensive error led to Fernandes's opening goal, followed by Jacob Greaves's own goal and Fernandes converting a penalty and adding a third.
30 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United suffered defeat to Hull City in their opening match, with the promoted side scoring two first-half goals to claim their first-ever top-flight win over United. Commentators including Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer debated whether poor preparation or fitness issues contributed to United's performance.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Youri Tielemans completed a move to Manchester United this July after the club triggered a £35m release clause, ending months of interest dating back to 2019. The Belgian midfielder, who credits Aston Villa with restoring his form, described joining United as "a great achievement" and said there are clubs above Villa.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona have signed German winger Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a contract until 2031, with media reports valuing the deal at €22 million plus add-ons. The 24-year-old reunites with Barcelona coach Hansi Flick, who gave him his Germany senior debut.
24 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
England secured third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating France 6-4 in a bronze-medal playoff in Miami, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Jude Bellingham setting a new England World Cup scoring record.
20 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach; Argentina scored twice in the final minutes through Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to eliminate England. England had only 12% possession after taking the lead and introduced defenders rather than forwards.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but conceded two goals in the 85th and 92nd minutes after manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach, with the team holding only 12% possession after taking the lead. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez noted the momentum shift as England brought on defensive players rather than pushing forward.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ronald Koeman has stepped down as Netherlands manager following their World Cup knockout by Morocco in a penalty shootout. Three players who missed penalties—Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber, and Crysencio Summerville—faced racist abuse on social media, which the Royal Dutch Football Association called "appalling" and said it will pursue criminal charges over.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Robert Lewandowski has signed a two-year deal with MLS side Chicago Fire after leaving Barcelona. The 37-year-old Polish striker ended his four-year stint in La Liga and was also of interest to AC Milan and the Saudi Pro League.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England beat Panama 2–0 in their second FIFA World Cup 2026 match at New York/New Jersey Stadium, with second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, whose goal was his 11th in World Cup play. The win secures first place in Group L after an earlier stalemate against Ghana.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana and England, each with three points from their opening matches, meet in the second group game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium; a win for either side could secure automatic progression to the knockout phase.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play England's Three Lions in a Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium, with both teams occupying the top two spots and able to secure knockout stage progression with a win. The encounter is historic as it presents the first competitive meeting between the nations, who previously drew 1-1 in a 2011 friendly.
23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
England head coach Thomas Tuchel says winger Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start against Ghana, citing an Achilles tendinitis issue that requires managing through the opening stages of the World Cup. Tuchel expects Saka to be ready for the final group game against Panama on 27 June.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Harry Kane scored twice as England defeated Croatia 4-2 in a World Cup Group L match, with Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also scoring. The victory came in a heavyweight clash at Dallas Stadium, with Croatia twice drawing level before England pulled away.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Bukayo Saka is managing an Achilles injury ahead of England's World Cup opener against Croatia on 17 June. Saka remains part of the squad but his workload may need to be controlled, raising questions about England's right-side attacking threat if his minutes are limited.
18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
England beat Croatia in a high-scoring match in Dallas, with Harry Kane scoring twice and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford adding goals. The match was decided after England came from behind multiple times and ultimately secured a comfortable victory, though England showed defensive vulnerabilities throughout the match.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Jude Bellingham said external pressure over his England selection may help him perform at his best during the World Cup. The 22-year-old started against Croatia and scored England's third goal in a 4-2 win, saying he felt "fresh and sharp" after a tougher season marked by injury and his club Real Madrid finishing eight points behind Barcelona.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United await Barcelona's decision on whether to trigger a £26m clause to make Marcus Rashford's loan move permanent by June 15. Speculation suggests Barcelona may not complete the signing, potentially leaving Rashford in a difficult position given his lucrative contract running until 2028.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England has announced its squad numbers for the World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham receiving the No 10 shirt, potentially signalling his role in the central attacking role ahead of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
England forward Anthony Gordon has signed with La Liga champions Barcelona until 2031 after a transfer from Newcastle United worth more than 80m euros. Gordon, 25, said he had dreamed of playing for Barcelona since he was three years old.
29 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ireva Sports Agency, LaLiga Africa, and Spain's embassy in Ghana organised a prestigious El Clásico live viewing at the Spanish Ambassador's official residence, featuring an amputee football exhibition and prominent Ghanaian personalities from entertainment, sports, and media. Barcelona defeated Real Madrid with goals from Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →