MUTV pundit comments on Marcus Rashford ‘injury’ v Barcelona and makes cup final prediction

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Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford did not complete the game against Barcelona.

While he was the star at the Nou Camp last week, the tie at Old Trafford was a game where his teammates stepped up instead.

And that’s a good thing. No team should be totally reliant on one player. There might just be a little nervousness, however, about Rashford’s fitness.

He was substituted in the 88th minute and headed down the tunnel holding his boot.

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Rashford ‘injury’

Former Manchester United striker Dion Dublin spoke to MUTV as a studio pundit after the victory and discussed Rashford.

He said he suspected Rashford may have picked up an injury and while he does not know how serious it might be, he is optimistic the forward will be available to play the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.

Dublin said: “He was just taking the weight off his left ankle. Maybe he has rocked it a little bit.

“Hopefully he can strap it up on Sunday, the medical staff will do what’s right.”

Speaking about the upcoming match against Newcastle at the weekend, Dublin gave an optimistic prediction.

He said: “I fancy [Manchester] United to win by at least two goals.”

There is not much turnaround time for the Red Devils ahead of Sunday’s game. The team must travel to London too, amid training and preparations.

All things considered, it is a position the club would rather be in, with a trophy up for grabs on Sunday.

United stand a better chance if Marcus Rashford is available. Club and player will be doing everything possible to get the club’s top scorer fit and ready to play.

Rashford appears to be worried. He posted an Instagram story message with an injured emoji. This is going to be one to watch right up to Sunday.