“Crime against football, he was far better than Messi”- Manchester United fans fume as Marcus Rashford is omitted from the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist
Manchester United fans fume on social media as their main-man Rashford is snubbed from the Ballon d'Or shortlist.
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Marcus Rashford and Lionel Messi (Source: Mirror UK)
In a shocking turn, Manchester United’s star forward, Marcus Rashford, has been notably excluded from the highly anticipated 2023 Ballon d’Or shortlist. This has left the club’s devoted fanbase perplexed and disheartened. Rashford’s remarkable performances throughout the 2022-23 season seemed to have escaped the attention of the award’s selectors. It has raised questions about the criteria used for nominations.
Throughout the previous season, the 25-year-old forward showcased sensational form. He scored an impressive 30 goals and provided 11 crucial assists in 56 appearances across various competitions. In the Premier League, Rashford’s contributions were pivotal, with 17 goals and five assists. He played a significant role in Erik ten Hag’s successful debut season in the English top flight, culminating in a third-place finish for Manchester United.
Rashford’s excellence extended to the Europa League, where he scored six goals and provided two assists in just nine appearances. Furthermore, he significantly contributed to the Carabao Cup with six crucial goals. It ultimately secured the EFL Cup title for the club, their first in six years. Rashford’s highlight last season was also his stellar performance on the international stage for England at Euro 2022.
He scored three crucial goals despite starting in only one of his five appearances. This showcased his prowess as a formidable talent on the global stage. Despite these outstanding achievements, Rashford’s absence from the exclusive 30-man shortlist for the 2023 Ballon d’Or has raised eyebrows. It has also sparked debates among football enthusiasts worldwide on the credibility of the award.
Twitter reacts to Marcus Rashford being snubbed from the Ballon d’Or shortlist
Many fans on social media have expressed their heated opinions on Marcus Rashford being snubbed from the Ballon d’Or shortlists. From calling the rankings undeserved as they compare Lionel Messi’s performances with their star winger to calling the situation a ‘joke,’ his snubbing has not gone down well with the Red Devils supporters. Here are the reactions:
With Manchester United looking to improve their performances in the current season, Rashford will also be looking to improve upon his 30 goals from last season. Nevertheless, French football has not yet revealed additional names and Manchester United’s participation has notably dwindled in recent years.
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