Tuesday, 02 July, 2024

Marcus Rashford: A record Premier League player of the month award achieved


Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford has been named the Premier League player of the month for February, equalling Mohamed Salah’s record for the most awards in a season.


Rashford scored in victories against Crystal Palace, Leeds United and Leicester City, while also netting in a 2-2 draw against Leeds.

The England player had a near-perfect month for Manchester United, scoring five goals in four league matches, as Erik ten Hag’s side took 10 points from a possible 12.

Rashford also clinched the monthly awards for January and September, meaning he has matched Salah, who won three in 2017-18, for the most wins in a single campaign.

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The award was Rashford’s fourth overall in his career, leaving him three adrift of the record tally that Kane and Sergio Agüero share.

Rashford’s goals have helped United consolidate their position in the hunt for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification, sitting third, seven clear of fifth-placed Liverpool despite losing 7-0 to the Reds last weekend.

Marcus Rashford: A Premier League beauty

His Premier League tally for the season stands at 14 goals, behind only Ivan Toney (15), Harry Kane (18) and Erling Haaland (27) in the scoring charts.

Marcus Rashford has as many goals this season (26) as he did in his last two seasons combined. He has since appeared at two UEFA European championship.

Rashford scored on his England debut in May 2016, becoming the youngest English player to score in his first senior international match.

He is said to be a campaigner against racism, homelessness and child hunger in the United Kingdom. The player has been praised for using his platform to be a political activist and philanthropist.

For his efforts, he has received widespread praise, and has been recognized for his efforts from organizations.


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