MARCUS RASHFORD had probably given up hope last summer of being in Qatar as his miserable last season came to a close.
Indeed it was questionable whether he should be playing for Manchester United never mind England.
He was used as a sub nearly as many times as he started games in the league – 12 to 13.
His form and confidence was shot and there were even thoughts in his camp as to whether a move abroad was needed to revive his career.
Fast forward and just over four months of the Erik ten Hag reign has revived the 25-year-old and got him back in Gareth Southgate’s squad.