Marcus Rashford’s Message After Being Taken Off vs Aston Villa Elicits Reactions

• Marcus Rashford's activities after being withdrawn against Aston Villa have gotten fans online talking
• The Manchester United forward was not happy after he was taken off, with Antony taking his place
• The withdrawal came a few moments after he escaped a second yellow card for a cynical foul on Leon Bailey

Marcus Rashford was seemingly far from impressed after he was taken off during Manchester United's game against Aston Villa on 6 October.

The Red Devils traveled to Birmingham on Sunday afternoon as Erik ten Hag sought to relieve some pressure on himself.

Ten Hag has made a lacklustre start to the season with growing calls for him to be relieved of his duties.

The Dutch tactician made some notable changes from the starting XI that battled to a 3-3 draw against Porto in their midweek Europa League match.

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Rashford started upfront alongside Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund. The Englishman had another frustrating game with no end product but looked lively against a well-drilled Unai Emery side.

Should Rashford have seen red against Aston Villa?

One of the game's major talking points came shortly before he was taken off. Rashford cynically brought down Leon Bailey, but he escaped a sending-off as he was already on a yellow card.

He survived the red card calls but was substituted immediately by Antony. The 26-year-old did not look happy as he came off with fans convinced they have worked out what he said.

"He's gone mad!"

Who was Rashford referring to?

Fans were, however, divided on who the England international was referring to.

"Obviously about the ref. Although, Rashford was very lucky not to get a second yellow, in my opinion," said @KTex.

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@MCMadness said,

"Whoever he is referring to, Marcus is right,"

@KenPulse said,

"Rashford needs to remember he’s replaceable; his negative vibes are hindering the team's performance."

Erik ten Hag involved in ‘heated argument’

Earlier, Briefly News reported that Erik ten Hag and Ruud van Nistelrooy seemed to clash during Man United’s frustrating goalless draw against Aston Villa.

The United boss is facing intense pressure after a tough start to the 2024/25 season, with three league defeats, including crushing losses at home to Liverpool and Tottenham.

Source: TUKO.co.ke