2017 Manchester United Away – Marcus Rashford #19 L

In the 2016–17 season, Marcus Rashford—wearing the #19 shirt—established himself as a key player under new manager José Mourinho. Still only 18 at the start of the campaign, Rashford made crucial contributions in multiple competitions, including the Europa League, where his performances helped Manchester United lift the trophy and qualify for the Champions League.

🏆 Manchester United 2016–17 Season Summary

• Premier League: 🥉 6th place

• FA Cup: ❌ Quarterfinals (lost to Chelsea)

• EFL Cup: 🏆 Winners (3–2 vs Southampton)

• UEFA Europa League: 🏆 Winners (2–0 vs Ajax)

• Community Shield: 🏆 Winners (2–1 vs Leicester City)

Despite finishing 6th in the league, United’s triple cup haul marked a strong first season for Mourinho and a developmental leap for Rashford.

⚽ Marcus Rashford’s 2016–17 Stats

• Position: Left Winger / Striker

• Premier League: 32 appearances, 5 goals

• Europa League: 11 appearances, 2 goals

• FA Cup & EFL Cup: 6 appearances, 1 goal

• All Competitions: 53 appearances, 11 goals, 6 assists

🔥 Highlights

• Scored the extra-time winner vs Anderlecht in the Europa League quarterfinal

• Showed maturity and versatility by operating across the front three

• Became a trusted starter in big matches, including the Europa League final

🔴 Manchester United 2016–17 Squad (Key Players)

Manager: José Mourinho

• David de Gea, Sergio Romero

• Antonio Valencia, Eric Bailly, Chris Smalling, Marcos Rojo, Daley Blind, Phil Jones

• Paul Pogba, Ander Herrera, Michael Carrick, Marouane Fellaini

• Marcus Rashford (#19), Zlatan Ibrahimović, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Jesse Lingard, Anthony Martial, Juan Mata, Wayne Rooney (Captain), Luke Shaw, Ashley Young

The 2016–17 season marked Rashford’s transition from exciting youth prospect to a first-team regular. His pace, composure, and work ethic made him indispensable, especially in cup competitions. Let me know if you’d like a recap of his England form in 2017 or the home kit version.