In the aftermath of England’s 1-1 draw with Denmark, Marcus Rashford’s brother posted a cryptic message that has sparked speculation among fans and pundits alike. The match saw Harry Kane give the Three Lions an early lead, only for Mortem Hjumland to respond with a stunning long-range goal.
One of the most surprising developments leading up to the tournament was Gareth Southgate's decision not to include Marcus Rashford in his squad. Despite his inconsistent form for Manchester United, Rashford had been one of Southgate’s first-choice options in recent years. However, this time around, players like Anthony Gordon, Jarrod Bowen and Cole Palmer were all selected ahead of him.
This unexpected omission prompted a response from Rashford's brother – who also serves as his agent – further fueling speculation about what might be going on behind the scenes.
Marcus Rashford’s brother, said:
“It’s hard to sit and watch when you honestly believe your man can make a difference.”
England still poised for knockout stages despite draw
Despite leaving fans with more questions than answers after their draw against Denmark, England remains in pole position to qualify for the knockout stages. A win would have guaranteed their passage to the Euro 2024 last 16 and secured their place at the top of their group. However, they will now have to wait until they play Slovenia before any official confirmation comes through.
Currently leading on four points while Denmark and Slovenia trail behind on two points each and Serbia holds one point; even a single point will guarantee qualification for Southgate’s side.
Even if worst comes to worst and they lose against Slovenia, it is still highly likely that England will qualify given that Denmark are favourites against Serbia. It is also worth noting that four out of six third-placed teams will also advance into knockout stages - another potential route for England should they fail to secure direct qualification.
Situation still in control
As England stands on four points, they have a strong chance of being one of the best third-placed teams to qualify for the knockout stages. However, fans and pundits alike will be eagerly awaiting their result in the Slovenia match and any further developments regarding Rashford's omission from the squad.
In conclusion, while there may be some uncertainty surrounding England's team selection and performance, their chances of progressing in the tournament remain high. The cryptic message from Rashford’s brother adds an intriguing subplot to this narrative as we wait for what unfolds next in this exciting tournament.
