Marcus Rashford Shines in Aston Villa Debut After Manchester United Exit

Rashford, frozen out at Manchester United for two months, made an impactful debut for Villa in their FA Cup victory over Tottenham.

Marcus Rashford made his Aston Villa debut as a substitute in a 2-1 FA Cup fourth-round win over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.
Rashford, loaned to Villa in January with a £40 million buyout option, had been sidelined at Manchester United for 59 days by coach Ruben Amorim over concerns about his training standards.
Jadon Sancho, also loaned out by Manchester United, commented 'Freedom' on Rashford's social media post, hinting at their shared struggles at Old Trafford.
Villa manager Unai Emery praised Rashford’s performance, highlighting his versatility and potential to contribute to the team’s success in multiple competitions.
Rashford’s debut marked his first appearance for a club other than Manchester United in nearly a decade, signaling a new chapter in his career.