Rashford | takes on the government over free meals for kids - and wins

[duffer]

Best use of social media by a footballer since that time Robert Huth played "Cock or no cock".

Seriously though, awesome stuff from Rashford.

It's a shame the next few games are behind closed doors, would've been nice for the fans to show their appreciation.

 

[jem]

Are you for real? Rashford before his injury was on course to score at least 25 goals this season.

I'm pretty sure he was being ironic.

 

[Paxi]

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[SilentWitness]

Absolutely amazing from him. I think it's also important to remember that this isn't the only campaign he's been championing or at the head of during lockdown. Also helped homeless people, learning sign language etc. An example for every single young person to look up to, not just footballers.

 

[VeevaVee]

Great stuff. Proud to have him here

 

[villain]

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[pacifictheme]

And a name on honours list.

He's young but I'm struggling to see how what he has done is much less than what that 100 year old did. He had the benefit of the BBC backing him every hour. I've hardly seen Rashford campaign outside of his Instagram until the last week and he has helped raise millions. Sir Marcus?

 

[WolfInSharp'sClothing]

Even as a fan of another club, I am so proud of Marcus Rashford today.

I can't even imagine the overwhelming pride you must all feel that one of your own is such an incredible young man.

 

[jojojo]

Just to point out, from Rashford's article in The Times today:
"Today I focus on a trophy that stands for something much bigger than football. A U-turn on the decision to stop the free food voucher scheme continuing over the summer holidays could help us reach the next round but we still have a very long way to go as a country to eventually lift the trophy. In this case, the trophy is combating child poverty."
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/...-bigger-trophy-than-any-in-football-vz7z3brpp

This is just one round as far as Marcus is concerned.

Great work from him. I can't imagine how proud of him his family, friends, teachers, fellow campaigners etc must be feeling right now. I'm proud of him, and I've never done more than just cheer him on.

 

[BenitoSTARR]

So proud of him. How many people in history have ever gotten a government to U turn?

This young man deserves to be on the honours list he is a credit to his mother, his family, his city, his club and his nation.

I’m man enough to admit I got teary eyed hearing the news of what he’s achieved through his profile. It’s official I have a favourite player now.

 

[sp_107]

A true sporting HERO with a heart of GOLD. What ever happens to his career I will fondly remember him through out my life. A great example for how to be role model.

I truly want him to be a massive success with us for years to come.

 

[MoXoM]

Awesome!

To be honest I haven't been following United since the lockdown started. I've just not been in the mood to watch football.

This morning I decided to watch the news (after a few weeks of ignoring it) and was amazed and delighted to hear about Rashfords appeal.

What a great ambassador for the club!

This news has really made me feel proud to be a supporter of this club and it has re-ignited my passion for football.

I've noticed that we play again in three days time - I can't wait!

C'mon United!!!

 

[awop]

Best use of social media by a footballer since that time Robert Huth played "Cock or no cock".

Seriously though, awesome stuff from Rashford.

It's a shame the next few games are behind closed doors, would've been nice for the fans to show their appreciation.

Absolutely, he should be cheered on every ground next season. United can be proud to have a guy like that.

 

[Yagami]

Best use of social media by a footballer since that time Robert Huth played "Cock or no cock".

Seriously though, awesome stuff from Rashford.

It's a shame the next few games are behind closed doors, would've been nice for the fans to show their appreciation.

Yeah, I think he would've got a nice reception at all our remaining away games had there been fans.

 

[Rolledo]

My mate, who supports Liverpool, just texted me: "Marcus Rashford!"

 

[rotherham_red]

That's it? Ridiculous. Woodward out!!!

On a serious note, any news on the club wanting to help him out in his work?

The club helped in amplifying his message through the app and the social media channels. That is just as crucial as anything else that they could have done.

 

[tenpoless]

Go on Marcus. Well if it involves politics but for good causes like these I don't mind really. In fact more footballers should use their fame, influence and money to do good things. Like Juan Mata with his common goal and Marcus with this.

 

[lsd]

Huge respect to Rashford for this

 

[VeevaVee]

My mate, who supports Liverpool, just texted me: "Marcus Rashford!"

Yeah all my liverpool mates, some who are insanely obsessed with hating united, have given him credit. Some feat Marcus!

 

[CassiusClaymore]

What a legend. Great stuff.

@ this government though. Is there anything they won't u turn on? Idiots.

 

[Adisa]

Man like Rashford.

 

[MAME DIOUF 32]

Sir Alex must be so proud of him.

 

[BenitoSTARR]

What a legend. Great stuff.

@ this government though. Is there anything they won't u turn on? Idiots.

Dominic Cummings haha

Pretty sure Rashford could get a resignation out of him haha

 

[tenpoless]

My mate, who supports Liverpool, just texted me: "Marcus Rashford!"

Are you sure it wasn't "6 times" encrypted?

 

[Zlatattack]

Build this man a statue, 500ft tall and place it outside number 10.

 

[AshRK]

I don't know who was the last player I was so happy that he was playing for united. Top bloke.

 

[RedSky]

What an absolute gem our Rashford is. Bloody good role model.

 

[tenpoless]

If this was done by Lingard, We would all be forced to love him. Thankfully not.

 

[talking robot]

Amazing story.

 

[Walters_19_MuFc]

Wow! Goosebumps moment. What a guy!

 

[RedDevilRoshi]

What an absolute role model and a top bloke our Marcus is

 

[12OunceEpilogue]

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Nice work Rashy. The football industry and the highly-paid people working within it get a lot of often justified stick but you've got to love Rashford's use of his profile to force genuine change for families in need in this country.

Also an obligatory feck you to Johnson and his ilk, their full understanding of the issues of poverty and working class struggle are there for all to see when they're dragged kicking and screaming into giving kids what they need for basic survival.

 

[Penna]

Anyway me in USA can support Rashford? Does he sell anything with his brand? Does he have somewhere one could donate?

He's been working with a charity called FareShare, you can donate to them:
https://fareshare.org.uk/campaigns/

 

[iluvoursolskjær]

Absolutely adore this kid <3

 

[sullydnl]

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[klayton88]

Top guy. Proud he's ours. You reckon there's any way he could get me a Gregg's steak bake while he's at it?

 

[FootyGirl88]

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Great news, DM readers aren't happy they're a strange bunch.

 

[Eckers99]

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Feck me. I'm usually a right miserable old cynic but this is such genuinely heartwarming stuff that even I can't find anything to moan about.

So nice to read such positive stuff at such a difficult time. I'm ridiculously proud of him.

 

[Buchan]

Absolutely fantastic news and a shit tonne of credit to our lad. Well in, Marcus. We are blessed to have a person with such integrity and morals donning the red of Manchester United.

What a hero he is.