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Erik ten Hag defends Marcus Rashford insisting his form is 'progressing' in the wake of criticism despite dropping him for 4-3 Chelsea defeat

Erik ten Hag insists Marcus Rashford is motivated to help Manchester United enjoy a successful end to the season despite fresh criticism of the England star.

Rashford was dropped to the bench for Thursday’s 4-3 defeat at Chelsea and made little impression after replacing Rasmus Hojlund in the 66th minute.

Despite penning a heartfelt article on The Players’ Tribune website in February emphasising his commitment to his hometown club in the wake of an infamous tequila bender in Belfast, the 26-year-old has come under intense scrutiny once again.