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Marcus Rashford: Arrived at Barcelona to Score Goals, but Is Already the King of Assists
It’s not just about goals. Marcus Rashford has turned into FC Barcelona’s secret weapon thanks to his assists. The Englishman is shocking Europe with his stats and has quickly become the Barça’s most decisive player this season.
Rashford, the unexpected piece now running the show at Barça
When Marcus Rashford joined FC Barcelona, many wondered how long it would take for him to adapt to a demanding team and a new league. The answer? Almost instantly. The English forward has turned into the perfect partner in Barcelona’s attack, combining speed, vision, and finishing.
With 2 goals and 4 assists so far, Rashford has already become the team’s top provider. More importantly, he is proving that his signing was not just smart but absolutely vital for Barça’s ambitions this season.
A golden touch: his magic assist against PSG
His latest moment of brilliance came in the Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain. Despite Barcelona’s defeat, Rashford stood out with an outstanding assist to Ferran Torres. In the 19th minute, he delivered a perfect first-touch pass that sliced open PSG’s defense, leaving Torres one-on-one with Lucas Chevalier to score the opener.
That single play not only lit up the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys but also showed Rashford’s ability to shine in the biggest matches. Every time he touches the ball, danger follows—and Barcelona’s attack looks sharper than ever.
Numbers that are shocking Europe
Beyond the trust Hansi Flick has placed in him, the numbers speak louder than words. Rashford contributes to a goal every 88 minutes, an incredible rate for a newcomer in LaLiga.
Even more impressive: he leads all Barcelona players in attacking involvement, with 62 touches inside the opposition box. Across the top five European leagues, no other English player has provided more assists than Rashford so far this season.
His consistency proves he hasn’t just arrived to adapt, he’s arrived to dominate.
Barcelona’s new offensive leader?
The question now is inevitable: is Marcus Rashford the signing that will redefine Barcelona’s future? With his explosive start, he has already won over Flick, his teammates, and the fans who were desperate for a new hero.
If he maintains this form, Rashford won’t just finish the season as Barça’s top assist provider. He could become the offensive leader of a new Barça era with Flick. Europe is watching and his numbers leave no room for doubt.
