Marcus Rashford is a prominent English footballer with a net worth of $25 million. He plays as a forward for Manchester United in the Premier League and the England national team. Rashford’s career includes significant trophies with Manchester United, including the FA Cup, EFL Cup, FA Community Shield, and Europa League. He has also represented England in major tournaments such as the 2018 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2016 and 2020.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born in 1997 in Manchester, Rashford grew up in a single-parent household. He has four older siblings and is of Kittitian descent. His football journey began at Fletcher Moss Rangers when he was five, initially as a goalkeeper. After a brief stint with Manchester City, he joined Manchester United’s academy at the age of 11, becoming the youngest player to join the Manchester United Schoolboy Scholars scheme.
2015-16 Debut
Rashford’s breakthrough came in the 2015-16 season when he scored twice in his debut match against Midtjylland in the UEFA Europa League. Three days later, he made his Premier League debut against Arsenal, scoring twice again. Rashford continued to make history, becoming the youngest scorer in a Manchester derby and helping United win the FA Cup that season. He was named the Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year for his exceptional performances.
Further European Success
In the 2016-17 season, Rashford added more trophies to his collection, including an EFL Cup and a Europa League title. He also made his UEFA Champions League debut and scored in a 3-0 victory over Basel. In 2018, Rashford played a pivotal role in England’s progress to the semifinals of the World Cup, earning widespread praise.
International Career
Rashford has represented England in multiple major tournaments. He debuted at Euro 2016, and in the 2018 World Cup, scored during the penalty shoot-out against Colombia. In Euro 2020, Rashford played in the final but missed a penalty during the shootout, which led to Italy’s victory.
Advocacy and Philanthropy
Beyond football, Rashford is an influential activist, focusing on issues like child hunger and homelessness in the UK. His food poverty campaign has earned him numerous honors, including an honorary doctorate from the University of Manchester. Rashford continues to use his platform to promote social good and inspire change.
