Wayne Rooney criticizes Marcus Rashford's body language at Man Utd

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Wayne Rooney criticizes Marcus Rashford's body language at Man Utd
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Wayne Rooney has expressed concerns about Marcus Rashford's attitude following his return to Manchester United this summer. After a year and a half on loan at Aston Villa and Barcelona, Rashford's first match back was against AC Milan, previously managed by Ruben Amorim. Rooney noted that Rashford did not exhibit the right body language on the field, indicating a need for improvement in his demeanor and commitment to the club. The forward’s career at United may depend on his ability to respond to these critiques and show greater desire to contribute to the team's goals.

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  • Rooney is unsettled by Rashford's body language during matches.
  • Rashford returned to Manchester United from loan this summer.
  • He played against AC Milan, a team previously coached by Amorim.
  • Improving his attitude could help Rashford regain support from fans.
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  • 2:55 PMYahoo Sports“It isn’t great” – Rooney lambasts Man Utd star for showing the wrong body language
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Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney hasn’t been impressed by the attitude Marcus Rashford has displayed since his return to the club.The 28-year-old has returned to Carrington this summer after sp...

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