'He is a Nightmare'- Manchester United Legend Praises Marcus Rashford Despite Villa's Loss to Man City

Marcus Rashford and Roy Keane

'He is a Nightmare'- Manchester United Legend Praises Marcus Rashford Despite Villa's Loss to Man City

Abigael Wafula 08:37 - 23.04.2025

The former captain hailed Marcus Rashford's standout performance and growing impact at Aston Villa, despite their narrow loss to Manchester City.

Despite Aston Villa’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester City, Manchester United legend Roy Keane has singled out Marcus Rashford as one of his outstanding players from the match.

Bernardo Silva had started off Manchester City’s campaign on a high, scoring in the seventh minute before Marcus Rashford equalised for Unai Emery's side in the 18th minute.

A late strike from Matheus Nunes put Manchester City ahead, but Roy Keane believes Manchester City players felt the impact of Marcus Rashford in the match.

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Roy Keane in awe of Marcus Rashford

Marcus Rashford

The Irishman pointed out that Marcus Rashford showed what he is capable of, and he created as many chances as he could, especially in the second half.

He pointed out that Manchester City players must have been shocked at how good he handled the ball, and even scored for Aston Villa at the least expected moment

“He was a threat tonight, he had a really big chance in the second half, but when there is grass in front of him he is as good as any player. Ask the defenders, he is a nightmare. It is almost impossible to stop,” Roy Keane said on Sky Sports.

Marcus Rashford struggled to make an impact in his early days at Aston Villa but has slowly picked himself up, recapturing his form away from Manchester United, who are now struggling to score goals.

Rashford has four goals and six assists in all competitions for Aston Villa, and from Roy Keane’s analysis of the forward, he is just getting started. Villa might opt to sign him permanently for £ 40 million this summer, but the decision has yet to be made.

Roy Keane points out Aston Villa’s main problem

Roy Keane

The former Manchester United captain observed that there are not many games remaining for the club to redeem themselves and any missed chances in their remaining matches would cost them.

“There will be one or two twists, but where you are in a position to draw, don’t lose, keep the momentum and city near you. You have seen the reaction of city, they know what a big moment it was last kick of the game,” he revealed.

Roy Keane’s praise of Marcus Rashford stood out, and for Aston Villa, the 27-year-old may be the spark they need to finish the season strong. Aston Villa are currently seventh on the Premier League table, having accumulated 57 points.