Overview

• 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.