Marcus Rashford Debuts for Barcelona on Loan from Manchester United

Marcus Rashford completed a loan move from Manchester United to Barcelona and made his debut as a substitute in a 3-1 friendly win over Vissel Kobe. Wearing the iconic No. 14 shirt, Rashford showed motivation and promise in his 23 to 34 minutes on the pitch, receiving praise from Barcelona fans for his off-the-ball work and passing, though some observers noted signs of exhaustion. Barcelona, paying his wages fully, hold an option to buy Rashford for £30 million next summer if he impresses further. Rashford expressed excitement about joining Barcelona, describing the club as a 'family' where he feels at home and is eager to contribute to their defense of the LaLiga title. Reactions among Manchester United fans were mixed, with some noting his effort and others critiquing his nervousness and stamina during the brief cameo. Barcelona will give Rashford more opportunities to prove his worth in upcoming pre-season matches before the domestic campaign begins in August.