Marcus Rashford (born 31 October 1997) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Premier League club Manchester United and the England national team.
A Manchester United player from the age of seven, he scored two goals on both his first-team debut against Midtjylland in the UEFA Europa League in February 2016 and his Premier League debut against Arsenal three days later.
He also scored in his first Manchester derby match, his first EFL Cup match and his first UEFA Champions League match. With United, Rashford has so far won the FA Cup, EFL Cup, FA Community Shield and UEFA Europa League.
'Hero' Marcus Rashford hailed as government announces free school meals U-turn
manchestereveningnews.co.ukhereAfter learning of the Government's change of heart, Rashford said he was “so proud” of those who had supported his campaign.The 23-year-old said he was “overwhelmed by the outpouring of empathy and understanding”, and promised “fight for the rest of my life” to end child hunger in the UK.This morning, he tweeted: "Kindness is power.
Have a great Sunday everyone."Commentors on the M.E.N's Facebook page told of their pride at Rashford's campaign.Susan Barnett said: "Again you stood up to the government and they caved.
Our local hero. Well done and thank you."I will always be grateful. I have 5 grandkids that I know will benefit from your persistence.
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