Marcus Rashford’s performance left supporters with a lot to say after England’s 3-0 victory over Latvia on Monday night, continuing their winning start to life under Thomas Tuchel. At Wembley Stadium, goals from Reece James, Harry Kane, and Eberechi Eze kept the momentum going against Paolo Nicolato’s team after they defeated Albania 2-0 in the German’s debut game as manager.
The entire team was outstanding that evening, but James stood out in particular as he started for the Three Lions for the first time since late 2022. However, Rashford was another play that attracted the interest of supporters. The attacker was axed from the England squad last year after a difficult stint at Manchester United, but he has since been called up to the national team once more after making an early impression during his loan stint at Aston Villa.
He has had the good fortune to start both of Tuchel’s games as England’s manager. A video of his best moments against Latvia has surfaced online, and supporters have got a lot to say about him.
Marcus Rashford vs Latvia pic.twitter.com/wxH8oRKSkD
— Dzner™️ (@DznerV3) March 24, 2025
Rashford’s Performance Against Latvia
The Englishman impressed
Rashford’s move to Villa Park on loan has helped him regain his footballing form, which has improved his performances for England as well. He was a creative force for the Three Lions and excelled offensively, but he struggled defensively, winning only one of his nine duels during the match against Latvia.
Throughout the game, the 27-year-old had 14 touches of the ball in the Latvia box and played a significant role in England’s last third of the field. He frequently found himself in perilous situations and was constantly trying to find ways to provide his colleagues opportunity. Throughout the game, Rashford made six crucial passes and created one significant opportunity.
He was England’s best playmaker and produced six goals in all, more than any other player on the pitch. However, he had trouble carrying the ball and only made one of his six dribble attempts. Nevertheless, the star gave a good performance that demonstrated the kind of part he could play for Tuchel in the future.
England Fans on Rashford
They had plenty to say about the star
Rashford also attracted the attention of supporters, who expressed their opinions on his performance on social media, while Reece James was receiving a lot of praise after the game against Latvia, with supporters demanding that the Chelsea player be Tuchel’s starting right-back moving ahead.
In fact, there were differing views on the internet despite his strong performance. “Rashford has been the best player on the pitch,” one fan wrote on X (Twitter), while another fan disagreed, writing, “Marcus Rashford should not be near this squad.” One wasted pass after another.
However, most supporters were pleased with the star’s performance versus Latvia. Another fan wrote, “Watching England playing through Rashford and him looking fast, fit and full of positive intent.” A second expressed great admiration, stating: “Rashford is so good.”
“Rashford with six chances created and only one shot attempted that whole game,” said a fifth supporter, highlighting Rashford’s creative effect in the game as a playmaker. This is who he has become.
Marcus Rashford created 6 chances against Latvia, more than any other player managed whilst he was on the pitch.
Playmaker. ✅ pic.twitter.com/Yno1R8qv0j
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) March 24, 2025
His performance did not, however, please all of his fans, one of whom wrote: “Rashford struggling to pass a ball against Latvia just sums the bloke up tbh.”
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