Erik ten Hag admits Marcus Rashford injury doubt ahead of Carabao Cup final against Newcastle after Manchester United star’s Instagram post
Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is a doubt for the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle, supervisor Erik ten Hag admits.
The Pink Devils ahead was substituted within the 88th minute of the 2-1 (4-3 agg) victory over Barcelona within the Europa League on Thursday night time.
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Rashford appeared to undergo an issue through the victory over Barca
He was changed by midfielder Scott McTominay in what gave the impression to be a tactical change, however now Rashford has hinted at a knock.
Footage confirmed the 25-year-old limping at Outdated Trafford and he posted a picture on Instagram with the bandaged head emoji.
United face a fast turnaround earlier than Sunday’s Wembley showdown with Newcastle and Ten Hag was unable to provide a constructive replace on Rashford.
Talking on Friday, the Dutchman mentioned: “I don’t know [if he will be fit for the final].
“The gamers now are coming in, we’ve to do investigations, medical of course, we did straight after the sport, however most of the time it’s a must to watch for a 100 per cent analysis.
“So let’s do the medical, the work, we’ve to attend.”
@marcusrashford on Instagram
The winger posted this on social media after the sport
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The England star has been in sensational form this season, with 23 goals in all competitions.
Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier believes his Three Lions teammate is the world’s most in-form player.
When that claim was put to Trippier, he told talkSPORT: “I agree, I have always said Marcus is an unbelievable player.
“I play with him for my country, and know what he is all about.
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“He’s definitely hitting type now, however, you realize we will’t simply concentrate on Marcus, they produce other unbelievable gamers.
“It’s a staff sport, however Marcus has hit type, let’s put it that means.”
talkSPORT has dwell commentary of the Carabao Cup final between Man United and Newcastle at 4.30pm on Sunday
