Manchester legend Rio Ferdinand has accused Erik ten Hag of confusing Marcus Rashford after the striker was benched for Saturday’s game against Crystal Palace.
Rashford has struggled for form since scoring 30 goals in all competitions during the 2022/2023 campaign and has come under heavy criticism for his performances.
The 26-year-old has lost his place in the England squad and United need him to perform this season as they look to return to the Champions League after a disappointing eighth-placed finish last term.
Ten Hag accused of confusing Rashford
Rashford scored his first goal of the season in United’s recent win over Southampton, his first since March and followed that up with a brace as United hammered Barnsley 7-0 in the Carabao Cup last week.
The England international would have hoped to keep his place against Palace but was benched against the Eagles and played the final half hour in the goalless draw.
Ferdinand could not understand the decision and accused Ten Hag of confusing Rashford by deciding him on the bench.
“When you’ve got a fit man like Marcus Rashford, who’s coming into a bit of form and momentum which is key for any player and his confidence, do I think it’s the right time to rotate? said Ferdinand to his YouTube channel.
“We’re creating chances and you bring out the guy who really starts to score. I just look at this and think, wow.
“It was nice to see the manager come out and say it was rotation, nothing else, because there were some rumblings around.
“But Marcus Rashford, man, I think he’s sitting there thinking, ‘I’ve just touched a bit of form and I’ve been sent off.'” That confuses me, it’s confusing.
“But again (Alejandro) Garnacho has been one of the most productive players and has been causing havoc. And Amad Diallo is playing well. So it’s difficult.”
Rashford will hope to be back in the squad for Wednesday’s Europa League clash against Twente and Sunday’s big game against Tottenham at Old Trafford.
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