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Man United starts Rashford vs. Ipswich
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The gist
Marcus Rashford starts for Manchester United against Ipswich, his first start since 2024. The match is United's first home game after a 2-0 loss to Hull.
Background
Rashford returned from a loan at Barcelona and came on as a substitute in United's opening defeat to Hull, creating four chances. Manager Michael Carrick is expected to make changes after the poor performance, with Rashford pushing for a start. The match against Ipswich is United's first home fixture of the season, and they need a result after losing their opening game.
How it unfolded
- Aug 28, 2026Reports suggest Rashford could be handed his first start after being reintegrated into the first-team squad.
- Aug 29, 2026Predicted lineups include Rashford in the starting XI, with several changes expected from the Hull defeat.
- Aug 30, 2026Rashford is confirmed to start against Ipswich, his first start since 2024.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Rashford's inclusion is a positive step, as he created more chances than any other United player in the Hull game.
- Caution
- United's recent history shows they have lost their opening two games only twice before, and they need to avoid a repeat.