I’m not Harry Potter! Ten Hag hasn’t waved magic wand to reinvigorate Rashford

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag embraces Marcus Rashford, left (Tim Goode/PA)

Erik ten Hag said he is “not Harry Potter” as the Manchester United manager explained Marcus Rashford’s rejuvenation is mainly down to improved confidence rather than managerial wizardry.

The 25-year-old’s heartbreaking penalty shootout miss in England’s European Championship final defeat by Italy in July 2021 was followed by his most challenging campaign to date.