Rashford’s Emotional Message After England Call-Up
Marcus Rashford will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The English forward was included in Thomas Tuchel’s final squad list and, after confirming his call-up, shared an emotional message on social media reflecting everything he went through to return to the elite level.
“Thank you very much to Unai Emery, Hansi Flick, Thomas Tuchel, Aston Villa, FC Barcelona, and England for believing in me when things were difficult,” Rashford wrote, making it clear how grateful he is to the people and clubs that trusted him during one of the toughest moments of his career.
From Being Overlooked to Reviving His Career at Barcelona
The recent story of the English attacker has been a true roller coaster. Just a few months ago, he seemed completely out of the international picture. He lost prominence at Manchester United and eventually left for Aston Villa in search of minutes and confidence. That was where he began to rediscover his form, but his move to FC Barcelona ultimately changed the course of his season.
Under Hansi Flick, he found both footballing and emotional support. The German manager backed him at a time when many doubted his level, and Rashford responded on the pitch. His performances improved steadily toward the end of the season, including the spectacular goal he scored in El Clásico, a moment that reminded the world of the quality he possesses when playing with freedom and confidence.
A New Challenge With the Three Lions
From being criticized and nearly written off in England, Rashford has once again become an important player for the Three Lions. His ability to play on either wing, attack open spaces, and beat defenders one-on-one gives Thomas Tuchel valuable tactical options heading into a demanding competition like the 2026 World Cup.
In addition, this call-up also strengthens his situation at Barcelona. The Catalan club is already working on finding a way to keep him in the squad, something that seemed highly unlikely just a few months ago. Rashford has regained prominence, confidence, and most importantly, the feeling of being decisive once again.
The English forward arrives at the World Cup during one of the most emotional periods of his career. After so many doubts and criticisms, he now has the perfect opportunity to prove that he can still make a difference on football’s biggest stage.
