Barcelona attacker Marcus Rashford has expressed his excitement about having shared the pitch with Cristiano Ronaldo during their Manchester United days.
Marcus Rashford recently revealed the invaluable insight he gained from Cristiano Ronaldo, the Al Nassr captain, while they were teammates at Manchester United.
Widely regarded as one of football’s all-time legends, the Portuguese superstar has inspired countless players worldwide.
Currently on loan at LaLiga giants Barcelona, Rashford is enjoying a strong spell of form this season.
The 27-year-old forward reflected on the extraordinary discipline and perseverance required to sustain a career as illustrious as Ronaldo’s, a five-time recipient of the World Player of the Year award.
Rashford praises Ronaldo’s lasting impact
In anticipation of Barcelona’s upcoming LaLiga fixture against Girona, Rashford shared his thoughts:
“Cristiano holds the record for the most appearances for his national team. I consider myself fortunate to have played alongside him,” Rashford remarked.
“Observing him closely revealed the true meaning of longevity at the highest level,” he added during an interview with ITV.
This statement highlights that beyond his numerous goals and accolades, Ronaldo’s unwavering dedication and status as the most-capped male international player provided Rashford with a profound example to emulate.