How Marcus Rashford played on Barcelona debut as Man Utd loanee subbed off after just 32 minutes

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Marcus Rashford featured for the first time as a Barcelona player in their friendly against Vissel Kobe since his move from Manchester United. Here’s how he got on.

Rashford joined Barcelona on loan from the Red Devils, with Ruben Amorim still adamant he isn’t a part of Manchester United’s plans.

The England international enjoyed a somewhat successful loan at Aston Villa, which caught the attention of Hansi Flick at Barcelona, who decided to bring Rashford to the Catalan giants.

He debuted on Sunday against Japanese side Vissel Kobe, and here’s how he played.

How Marcus Rashford played on his Barcelona debut

Rashford came on for Barcelona at half-time, replacing Ballon d’Or candidate Raphinha on the left wing.

His most notable involvement was a cross-field pass that registered as a pre-assist, with Robert Lewandowski eventually assisting new signing, wonderkid Roony Bardghji, who dispatched with aplomb in the 77th minute.

Rashford also had a shot saved by keeper Shota Arai in the 64th minute.

The United academy graduate was then subbed for Pedro Fernandez, scorer of Barcelona’s third goal, after just 32 minutes on the pitch. Barca went on to win 3-1 against the Japanese champions.

• 46th minute: Substitution, Barcelona. Marcus Rashford replaces Raphinha.
• 64th minute: Attempt saved. Marcus Rashford (Barcelona) right-footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the bottom left corner by Shota Arai (Vissel Kobe). Assisted by Dani Olmo.
• 69th minute: Attempt missed. Roony Bardghji (Barcelona) left-footed shot from the centre of the box is too high. Assisted by Marcus Rashford.
• 77th minute: Goal! Vissel Kobe 1, Barcelona 2. Roony Bardghji (Barcelona) left-footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Robert Lewandowski, pre-assisted by Marcus Rashford.
• 78th minute: Substitution, Barcelona. Dro Fernández replaces Marcus Rashford.

Sourced from FOTMOB.

Marcus Rashford stats on Barcelona debut

Here are Rashford’s stats for the Barcelona victory against Vissel Kobe.

Rashford has a lot more to give to Barcelona, but this season is really make or break for the 27-year-old. A bad loan spell in Spain may all but end the hype around the winger.

Barcelona do have a buy clause for Rashford, but they don’t have to exercise it, so he really is playing for his future at the Spotify Camp Nou.