Marcus Rashford’s former teacher has given an insight into what the England player is like off the pitch.
The 28-year-old started playing football when he was a young child as he joined the Manchester United academy system at the age of seven.
He then made his Premier League debut at the age of 18 when he joined the senior team in February 2016.
Since then, he’s been a standout player on the field and has scored a goal against Croatia in this year’s World Cup match that saw England win 4-2.
Tonight, (July 1), people will be glued to their screens once again as England take on Congo for their next match.
Ahead of the game, BBC Breakfast headed to Wythenshawe, where Marcus Rashford went to primary school, as his former teachers revealed what he was really like as a pupil.
View 4 ImagesMarcus Rashford started playing football as a young boy(Image: BBC)
Lucy Birchall said: “I taught Marcus when he was in year four. He was a really lovely boy, very genuine, down to earth.
“Everybody was always commenting about how fabulous he was with his football. We’re all hoping that he can bring it home for us!”
Speaking to some of the current students at the school, they shared their excitement over knowing a famous footballer attending the same school as them.
View 4 ImagesChris Thomas shared what Marcus is like when he goes back to the school to visit (Image: BBC)
One child described it as ‘very exciting’ while another praised him for achieving his goal of becoming a professional footballer.
Chris Thomas added: “He’s never changed and when he has been back to see us, he’s just as he always is. Still calls me miss! He’s very respectful. The kids love it because obviously he’s a hero to them and he’s somebody they look up to and respect.”
View 4 ImagesThe football star often goes back to his old primary school(Image: BBC)
One teacher told the BBC that Marcus has come back to the school and makes them feel that the place he attended is important to him, as it was his foundation and starting point for the love of football.
She explained: “His dream started here on this playground, and his dream of himself in an England shirt, getting out there and representing his country for football.
“It’s all about inspiring children to think that they can go on and do something amazing.”
Another little boy called Marcus a ‘good player’ as another added: “He’s proved to everyone that if you believe that you can, you will.”
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