SpotlightDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 21 Sept 2026
Owen calls Rashford United's weak link after Fulham draw
Michael Owen says Marcus Rashford looks glum and could be the weak link in Manchester United's attack.
M. Rashford
player
Age
28
Club
Manchester United
Nationality
England
Key stat
No goals or assists in over 400 minutes this season
What happened. Michael Owen criticised Marcus Rashford's body language and output, calling him the weak link in Manchester United's forward line after their 1-1 draw at Fulham. Rashford was substituted with a hip issue and has withdrawn from the England squad.
- Rashford has started four of United's five Premier League games since returning.
- He has no goals or assists in over 400 minutes in all competitions.
- He pulled out of the England squad due to a hip problem.
“On the left, Marcus Rashford has been probably the quietest of those attackers.”
— Michael Owen
Rashford will miss England duty and faces pressure to improve before United's next match.
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