- Rashford makes Aston Villa debut in FA Cup win over Tottenham
- 27-year-old starts fresh after leaving Man Utd on loan
- Impressive cameo praised as he looks to revive his form
Marcus Rashford’s first social media post after making his Aston Villa debut has gone viral, surpassing 700,000 likes on Instagram. The overwhelming support highlights the fanbase behind him despite his recent struggles at Manchester United.
A Fresh Start After Man Utd Exit
The 27-year-old forward, who spent his entire professional career at Old Trafford, endured a tough spell under Ruben Amorim before securing a six-month loan move to Villa Park. His deal includes a £40m option to buy, and if things go well, he could sign a three-and-a-half-year contract with the club.
After making 426 appearances and scoring 138 goals for Man Utd, Rashford’s future with the Red Devils appears all but over, barring an unlikely U-turn.
Rashford’s Impact in FA Cup Victory
Rashford came off the bench in the 66th minute of Villa’s 2-1 FA Cup fourth-round win over Tottenham on Sunday. Donyell Malen, another January signing, started up front in place of the injured Ollie Watkins.
After the match, Rashford posted a short but heartfelt message on Instagram:
“Thank you for the warm welcome. Great team performance.”
The post quickly amassed over 700,000 likes, proving Rashford still enjoys significant support from fans despite the media criticism he’s faced in recent months.
Villa’s FA Cup Progress
Unai Emery’s side booked their place in the FA Cup fifth round for the first time since 2015.
- Jacob Ramsey opened the scoring after an error from Spurs goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.
- Morgan Rogers, who won Player of the Match, doubled Villa’s lead.
- Mathys Tel scored a late consolation goal for Spurs, but Villa held firm.
Rashford’s Performance & Stats
Despite playing just 30 minutes, Rashford made a noticeable impact:
✅ 93% pass accuracy
✅ 3/5 ground duels won
✅ 1 aerial duel won (colliding with Tottenham’s Kevin Danso)
He was joined on the pitch by Marco Asensio, another new arrival, as Villa showcased their squad depth following a successful January transfer window.
What’s Next for Rashford?
With a fresh start at Villa Park, Rashford has the opportunity to regain his form and convince the club to make his move permanent. Can he rediscover his best? Only time will tell. 🔥
