Illness or Outing? Rashford's Absence Spurs Speculation

Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford was spotted at a nightclub in Belfast the night before manager Erik ten Hag disclosed his absence from training due to illness. Despite reports of a midweek outing, sources close to Rashford indicated he fell ill after dinner and had to delay his return flight.

Ten Hag confirmed Rashford’s illness during a press conference ahead of their FA Cup match against Newport County. A video circulating on social media showed Rashford leaving the nightclub prompting speculation about his commitment to performance.

This incident isn’t the first time Rashford has faced criticism for partying during the season. Despite past incidents, Ten Hag defended Rashford’s dedication to the team. Rashford’s recent performances have been below par, but he hopes to maintain his recent scoring form in the upcoming FA Cup fixture against Newport.