Marcus Rashford announces heartbreaking news on Instagram

Manchester United’s triumph over Everton was marked by an emotional dedication from Marcus Rashford. Following a stellar performance, Rashford, alongside Anthony Martial and Alejandro Garnacho, secured a significant win for Erik ten Hag’s side in the Premier League clash.

The England international, who found the net from a spot-kick, delivered a poignant tribute to his late cousin during the game. His powerful penalty, doubling the lead for Manchester United, was an emotionally charged moment, as Rashford celebrated by glancing skyward in remembrance.

Expressing his sentiments on Instagram, the academy graduate shared,

“I would like to dedicate the goal yesterday to my cousin who recently passed away. GBNF (Gone but never forgotten),” alongside images capturing his pivotal moment on the field.

The decision to let Rashford take the penalty kick was a gesture of support from the team captain, Bruno Fernandes. Fernandes highlighted the importance of boosting Rashford’s confidence, acknowledging Rashford’s exceptional penalty-taking ability and the significance of the goal for a forward.

“I felt Marcus needed a bit of confidence, and as Marcus is an excellent penalty taker too, I’m 100 percent sure that he could score that penalty,” expressed Fernandes in an interview with Sky Sports. He further emphasized the pivotal role confidence plays for strikers and wingers, praising Rashford’s unstoppable spirit post-goal.

However, Rashford’s stellar performance comes with a setback, as he will be suspended for the upcoming crucial Champions League clash against Galatasaray. This suspension follows his red card in the recent 4-3 defeat to Copenhagen.