Marcus Rashford excels for Aston Villa in Champions League defeat

Marcus Rashford's loan spell at Aston Villa has reinvigorated his career, as he showcased impressive skills during the team's 3-2 victory against Paris Saint-Germain, although they were eliminated from the Champions League on aggregate. Rashford provided a crucial assist for Ezri Konsa's goal, highlighting his ability to influence games positively, which has drawn praise from former players like Wayne Rooney and Daniel Sturridge. Rooney expressed his hope for Rashford to return to Manchester United and recreate his strong performances, emphasizing that Villa must secure a Champions League spot to retain talented players like him. Despite the defeat, Rashford's contributions have raised questions about his future, as he has recorded six assists and three goals since joining Villa. Both Rooney and Sturridge reflected on Rashford's resurgence, suggesting he has proven wrong the doubts regarding his abilities. Aston Villa manager Unai Emery acknowledged Rashford's impact but noted the difficulty in planning for his future.