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Marcus Rashford explains role in Manchester United equaliser and addresses injury concern vs Man City

Rashford explains role in equaliser

Marcus Rashford believes Manchester United's equaliser vs City was correctly awarded and doesn't know 'why it wouldn't stand.'

United recorded an excellent victory over their neighbours on Saturday as they came from behind to win 2-1 at Old Trafford. However, there was an element of controversy surrounding Bruno Fernandes' equalising goal.

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Rashford was stood in an offside position when a pass was sent in his direction and though he clearly chased the ball, drew defenders towards him and was readying to shoot, he didn't touch it and instead eventually left it for Fernandes to sweep home. City were apoplectic but despite their complaints referee Stuart Attwell gave the goal after consulting with his assistant.

Read more on the Fernandes goal here

Rashford addresses injury concern

Marcus Rashford played through the pain in United's derby day victory but dismissed his injury scare, labelling it as 'a little knock.'

Towards the end of the first half Rashford suffered a blow that looked to be the end of his game. The striker pulled up off the ball, appearing to clutch at his left groin/hip area, and received treatment.

Read what Rashford had to say about his injury scare here

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