This is what I play football for – Marcus Rashford revels in starring role

Rashford hit a stupendous free-kick and ended a mazy run by finishing through back-up goalkeeper Danny Ward’s legs
Marcus Rashford (centre) celebrates his opener against Wales (Adam Davy/PA).
Marcus Rashford (centre) celebrates his opener against Wales (Adam Davy/PA).

Marcus Rashford revelled in creating two of “the biggest moments, the best moments” in England’s World Cup victory over Wales as his brace secured a last-16 showdown with Senegal – and now he is hungry for more.

Rashford hit a stupendous free-kick and ended a mazy run by finishing through back-up goalkeeper Danny Ward’s legs after Phil Foden had doubled England’s lead in what proved to be a 3-0 stroll against their British rivals in Al Rayyan.

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