Marcus Rashford thinks he was the only kid to not get a photo
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!At the tender age of 11, Marcus Rashford made a bold decision to forego a photo opportunity with a Manchester United legend, confident that he would eventually share the field with them. This choice was a testament to his unwavering belief in his dream of playing for United.
Rashford’s journey began at the age of six when he trained with several clubs, including Manchester City, Everton, and Newcastle, before ultimately joining Manchester United following a six-week trial. Coaches at Carrington described him as a “high flier,” and even at a young age, he was living his dream.
In a recent interview with The Players’ Tribune, Rashford recalled receiving attention from other clubs at 10 or 11 years old, some offering significant sums of money. However, his commitment to his dream of playing for United prevailed, emphasizing that dreams are priceless.
Reflecting on a memorable encounter with Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo when he was around 11, Rashford chose not to take a photo with the legendary duo. His brother encouraged him to seize the moment, but Rashford confidently declared, “I’m going to be playing alongside them someday.” He stands as the only kid who opted not to get a photo, fueled by his unshakable belief in his future at United.
In a delightful twist of fate, Rashford eventually became teammates with Cristiano Ronaldo. Before their professional connection, Ronaldo sent Rashford two cherished gifts in 2018 – a signed Real Madrid shirt with a message encouraging him to keep up the good work and a pair of red, limited edition Nike Air Max 97 CR7 named ‘Portugal Patchwork,’ inspired by Ronaldo’s upbringing. Rashford treasures these gifts so much that “no one can touch them,” recognizing their significance and the journey that brought him from an ambitious youngster to a star playing alongside his idols.
