Manchester United’s on-loan star Marcus Rashford delivered a moment of brilliance in El Clasico, scoring a magnificent free kick as Barcelona edged past Real Madrid.
The winger, currently on a season-long loan at FC Barcelona, has had a productive campaign but his future remains uncertain. The Catalan club appears hesitant to meet the €30 million asking price, despite Rashford’s desire to stay at the Camp Nou.
Against Real Madrid, with Lamine Yamal injured and Raphinha starting on the bench, Rashford seized his opportunity. He curled a sublime free kick into the net in the ninth minute, giving Barcelona an early lead. In the 38th minute, he was played through on goal but saw his effort well saved by Thibaut Courtois.
Rashford completed 81% of his passes, but none of his eight crosses found a teammate. He won 100% of his dribbles but only one of four ground duels. The victory secured the La Liga title for Barcelona, marking the first league championship of Rashford’s career.
The Manchester United academy graduate has faced criticism from Barcelona fans after a wasteful performance in the Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, but he has stepped up in big league games, scoring against Espanyol, Atletico Madrid, and now Real Madrid in recent weeks.
Barcelona will next face Alaves on Wednesday night.