Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford is an English professional footballer known for playing as a forward and for his work campaigning against child poverty and food insecurity.
Marcus Rashford is an English footballer known for his career at Manchester United and his campaigning against child poverty. He has also been a key player for the England national team.
What it is
Marcus Rashford, born 31 October 1997 in Manchester, is a forward and left winger for Manchester United and the England national team. He came through United’s academy and made his senior debut in 2016, later becoming a regular starter and scoring over 100 goals for the club.
Why it matters
Beyond football, Rashford is widely recognized for his advocacy against child poverty and food insecurity in the UK. His campaign for free school meals led to government policy changes and earned him an MBE. This activism resonates with Canadian readers interested in youth welfare and the role of athletes in social issues.
Key details
Rashford made his England debut on 26 May 2016 and has remained part of the national team. Manchester United confirms he has scored his 100th goal for the club and made over 400 appearances. He is listed as 28 years old by England Football as of 2026.
In short
- Born 31 October 1997 in Manchester, England.
- Plays as a forward for Manchester United and England.
- Scored 100th goal for Manchester United and has over 400 appearances.
- Awarded MBE for campaigning against child poverty and hunger.
Rashford’s anti-child-poverty campaigning, especially around school meals and child food insecurity, has drawn international attention and is relevant to Canadian readers interested in youth welfare and sports activism.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_RashfordSupports: Birth date, profession, and general biography.
- England Football — https://www.englandfootball.com/england/mens-senior-team/squad/marcus-rashfordSupports: Date of birth, age, place of birth, current club, preferred foot, and England debut.
- Manchester United — https://www.manutd.com/en/players-and-staff/detail/marcus-rashfordSupports: Age, date of birth, appearances, and 100th goal for the club.
- FC Barcelona — https://www.fcbarcelona.com/en/news/4321328/10-things-about-marcus-rashfordSupports: Manchester-born, campaigning on free school meals and child hunger, MBE recognition, and advocacy.
- Transfermarkt — https://www.transfermarkt.us/marcus-rashford/profil/spieler/258923Supports: Date of birth, age, place of birth, position, and contract details.
- GOAL — https://www.goal.com/en-us/player/m-rashford/604osk9a3lxpfpkavuziqmn6xSupports: Single status as reported there; not a definitive relationship source.