Marcus Rashford has positioned himself as a contender for the upcoming World Cup following a significant career move. England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed his admiration for Rashford by showing great confidence in him. Rashford is the sole representative from Manchester United in the squad set to play against Andorra and Serbia.
At 27 years old, Rashford is currently on loan from his parent club to Barcelona, a bold decision that has impressed Tuchel. This move has led to Rashford being considered as one of the top choices for the wide left position alongside Arsenal’s new player Eberechi Eze and Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon in a highly competitive selection process.
Tuchel commended Rashford’s performance in the previous season and is eager to see him excel further after joining Barcelona on loan. The manager highlighted Rashford’s strengths in one-on-one situations, finishing abilities with both feet, physical presence, and speed that can unsettle opponents. Tuchel’s decision to include Rashford was made after careful consideration of the team’s needs in that position.
Tuchel surprised many by excluding Trent Alexander-Arnold from the squad, omitting Kyle Walker, and not recalling Jack Grealish. However, new faces like Djed Spence and Elliot Anderson have been called up, with a focus on finding a new midfield anchor to support Declan Rice. Tuchel emphasized the importance of training and hinted at potential lineup changes based on the opponents they will face.
Additionally, Tuchel shared insights from his recent experiences scouting the United States during the Club World Cup. He described the challenging conditions faced during the tournament, highlighting the extreme heat and humidity that players had to endure. This valuable experience has provided Tuchel with valuable insights for future planning.
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