Rashford Thrilled With Double Against Arsenal

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford was understandably thrilled as he netted twice on his Premier League debut against Arsenal.

The 18-year-old hit the headlines after scoring twice on his club debut in the 5-1 victory over FC Midtjylland in the Europa League on Thursday when he was picked as a late replacement for the injured Anthony Martial.

And Rashford again made a big impression with two goals in three minutes to set United up for a 3-2 victory over title-hopefuls Arsenal at Old Trafford, before teeing up Ander Herrera to score the third with a deflection off Laurent Koscielny.

Now the teenager hopes to build on his early success and try to cement his place in manager Louis van Gaal's team.


"This is my first game in the Premier League so obviously it's been amazing and to score two is a bonus so hopefully I can carry it on and do it again next game," Rashford told Sky Sports 4.

"It was a shock playing midweek because Martial was supposed to be starting and coming in kind of benefited me because I wasn't thinking about it, thinking about the game too much so it's just been good."

And Rashford also praised United team-mate Michael Carrick, who has guided him through his fledgling career thus far.

"It was just crazy but having the likes of Michael around helped," Rashford said.

"He just said keep going because I was backing off and he just said to keep going.

"It's crazy you can't explain it when you're out there."

United manager Van Gaal was impressed by Rashford's contribution, and the manner in which the teenager has taken his opportunities in his stride.

Van Gaal said: "It's unbelievable when you are 18 years and you come in.

"I can understand it last Thursday against Midtjylland because you are coming in and you do your thing without any pressure, but the second time is always more difficult and he played a very good match because he did the things that I asked him.

"He scores again. Four goals in two matches is an average that is unusual.

"You get the chance and you have to perform. Do the things what we are asking and I have always said it is not a matter of age it is a matter of quality and he shows it."

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger also praised Rashford following the game.

"The player who was surprising for me talent-wise was Rashford because of the timing of his movement and his intelligence," said the Frenchman.

"His movement in the box was great and he could be a very positive surprise for Manchester United on what I've seen today."

Credit: Skysports.com