Rashford alerted to key Ronaldo quality he needs to develop

In the 2022-23 season, Marcus Rashford achieved a personal best of 30 goals across all competitions, positioning himself among the global football elite.

Rashford Told That He Misses Cristiano Ronaldo's Quality
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During the 2022-23 season, Marcus Rashford, an England international, seemed poised to join the ranks of the global football elite as he achieved a personal best of 30 goals across all competitions. However, his performance has declined this season, with only six goals to his name so far. The 26-year-old forward has been advised to emulate the dedication displayed by five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo during his tenure at Old Trafford.

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha, speaking to Paddy Power, drew parallels between Rashford and another Manchester winger, Nani, who failed to fully realize his potential. Saha highlighted the similarities in their playing styles and versatility, but emphasized the importance of decision-making and dedication, traits exemplified by Ronaldo. Rashford, like Nani, possesses diverse skills but lacks Ronaldo’s commitment to goal-scoring and game-changing moments.

Saha stressed the need for Rashford to give his all in every match, acknowledging that being substituted early if he has given his best is acceptable. Regarding Rashford’s future, Saha emphasized that regardless of where he plays, improvement is essential. Rashford must address concerns about his positioning, movement, and playing with instinct and freedom, regardless of his role on the pitch.

Despite scoring a remarkable goal against City in the recent Premier League derby, Rashford’s performance continues to be scrutinized, particularly in terms of his overall contribution to the team’s success.

Marcus Rashford

Marcus Rashford

Forwarder, Midfielder

EnglandEngland

Age: 27

185 cm

70 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 31 2 Missed
Minutes 2256 72.8 Avg
Goals 7 0.2 Avg
Assist 2 0.1 Avg
Attempt 96 3.1 Avg
Passes 665 21.577.7% AvgSucc
Yellow 2 0.1 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 26 times for 1906 minutes for Premier League.

Marcus Rashford scored 6 goals for Manchester United. He procured two assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Manchester United lost 3-1 against Manchester City. The next match in Premier League will be against Everton.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United

Manager: Erik ten Hag
Rank 6th
Win 16
Draw 5
Loss 12
Goals 51-50
Diff 1
Rank 4th
Win 1
Draw 1
Loss 4
Goals 12-15
Diff -3

Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 44 points.

In the last 27 games, it has won 14 times, drawn twice, and lost 11 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 3-1 against Manchester City.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 37 goals and conceding 39.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Saturday 9th of March in Manchester. The prediction is Manchester United winning the match.​

Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro

Forwarder, Midfielder

PortugalPortugal

Age: 39

188 cm

83 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 25 3 Missed
Minutes 2136 85.4 Avg
Goals 28 1.1 Avg
Assist 10 0.4 Avg
Attempt 31 1.2 Avg
Passes 724 29.081.0% AvgSucc
Yellow 1 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 21 times for 1886 minutes for Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo  scored 21 goals for Al Nassr. He procured 9 assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 2nd in Pro League. In the last match Al Nassr lost 3-1 against Al Raed. The next match in Pro League will be against Al Ahli Jeddah.

Al Nassr performance and stats

Al Nassr

Manager: Luís Ribeiro de Castro
Rank 2nd
Win 22
Draw 2
Loss 4
Goals 83-35
Diff 48

Al Nassr is currently 2nd in the Pro League with 53 points.

In the last 23 games, it has won 17 times, drawn twice, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Al Nassr lost 1-3 against Al Raed.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 65 goals and conceding 33.​

Al Nassr will play the next match in Pro League against Al Ahli Jeddah on Wednesday 27th of March in Jeddah.​