Marcus Rashford is a player transformed for England, manager Gareth Southgate said after the forward's double strike against Wales on Tuesday propelled England into World Cup last 16.
England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates with Marcus Rashford in the World Cup Group B match against Wales at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on November 29 2022.Marcus Rashford is a player transformed for England, manager Gareth Southgate said after the forward's double strike against Wales on Tuesday propelled England into World Cup last-16.
His first goal, a direct free-kick shortly after halftime, broke the deadlock for England after what had been a stodgy first half, while the second was perhaps more to type as he cut inside and found the net with a sharp finish between the keeper's legs. “It's been a challenge for him,” said Southgate after handing Rashford his first start since June last year.
Rashford's selection was also a vindication for Southgate, who rang the changes, drafting in the Manchester United forward and Phil Foden in place of Raheem Sterling and Bukayo Saka.
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