- Bruno Fernandes has caused a stir on social media over his reaction to Marcus Rashford’s performance
- Rashford scored two goals during Barcelona’s opening Champions League fixture against Newcastle United
- The Englishman made history by becoming the first ever English player to score for Barcelona in Europe’s elite club competition
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes wasted no time reacting on social media to Marcus Rashford’s standout display for Barcelona in the Champions League.
The La Liga champions kicked off their 2025/26 campaign with a tricky trip to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United on Thursday night.
With European heavyweights Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain all starting with wins, the pressure was firmly on Hansi Flick’s men to deliver three points on the road.
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After a tense first half where Newcastle looked dangerous, Barcelona’s victory was anything but certain as the game reached the hour mark.
However, Marcus Rashford’s brilliance turned the tide, inspiring the visitors and prompting an immediate social media reaction from Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.
Following his public fallout with Ruben Amorim shortly after the manager’s arrival at Old Trafford last November, Rashford’s departure always seemed inevitable.
He went on to secure his dream move to Barcelona on loan, and it’s been a dream start too, as his brace sealed a Champions League win over Newcastle on Thursday night.
Rashford opened the scoring in the 57th minute with a neat header from Jules Kounde’s clever chip.
Ten minutes later, he doubled his tally with a stunning finish that left Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope with no chance and secured Barcelona’s victory.
Rashford’s cracking second goal was shared on X:
Sancho and Bruno Fernandes’ reaction to Rashford brace
Moments after the second goal, Manchester United captain Fernandes posted on his Instagram story, sharing a snapshot of himself watching the game alongside emojis that made clear his admiration for the strike.
Aston Villa winger Jadon Sancho also joined in, sharing Rashford’s opener on his Instagram story and tagging him with a fire emoji and a salute.
He later followed up with two more emojis after Rashford’s brilliant second goal.
The pair’s reactions lit up social media, with many fans claiming it perfectly captures the ongoing Manchester United drama.
@LeagoOfficial said:
“That goal highlights how players drop form in Utd. This need real investigation, will Garnacho ball for Chels too?”.
@bravewiseman posted:
“Rashford is a great player!! He needed a great team.”
@Fooballpahe added:
“Bruno leave that club so you can shine.”
@Mrlekan213 commented:
“I wonder how Bruno always feel. Like bro leave this club and enjoy your football life.”
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It wasn’t all straightforward for Barcelona, as Newcastle battled until the very end.
Anthony Gordon’s stoppage-time goal sparked late drama and a frantic finish. But the Catalans stood their ground, holding on for a gritty, hard-earned victory.
Hansi Flick will be eager for this to be only the start. With Rashford in red-hot form, Barcelona look transformed.
Next up is La Liga action against Getafe on Sunday, and if the Englishman brings his European brilliance with him, Spanish defences could be in serious trouble.
Rashford’s unreal stat against Barcelona
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a remarkable stat has surfaced from Rashford’s outstanding display for Barcelona in the Champions League.
The Englishman made history by becoming the first ever English player to score for Barcelona in Europe’s elite club competition.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
