Barcelona fans spot two major differences with Marcus Rashford as he grabs first assist since Man Utd move

Barcelona fans have pointed out two noticeable changes in Marcus Rashford's performance as he grabbed his first assist in his second match since leaving Manchester United.

On Thursday afternoon, Barcelona kicked off in the second of their three pre season friendlies during their Asian tour against Korean side FC Seoul.

Although they clearly boast a much superior squad, Barcelona clearly didn't want to take any risks, as they named a near full strength starting XI for the match.

Unfortunately this meant that new signing Rashford has to wait a little bit longer to get his first start for the Spanish giants having agreed a season-long loan move from Manchester United over the summer.

However, the Englishman was given time in the match, coming on for a 45 minute appearance in the second half of the 7-3 win.

Marcus Rashford signed for Barcelona on a season-long loan deal from Manchester United (Image: Getty)

After a dramatic first half finished with Barcelona leading the match 3-2 thanks to a goal from Robert Lewandowski and a brace from wonderkid Lamine Yamal, Rashford was subbed on for the second half, replacing Raphinha.

Despite this, the former Man United winger did enough to catch the attention of Barcelona fans, who noticed two things that he has changed since his debut for the club against Japanese side Vissel Kobe.

Reacting to Rashford's performance on Thursday, one fan asked: "When did Rashford turn into a playmaker/ final pass demon?"

One agreed writing: "That Rashford through ball to create the chance for the second goal was absolutely beautiful

While another claimed: "Much better than Raphinha on the left."

In the closing moments of the match, Rashford's efforts in the final third finally paid off as he assisted Ferran Torres as he scored Barcelona's 7th goal of the match in the 88th minute.

Before making the move to Barcelona, the 27-year-old's last assist came during his loan spell with Aston Villa during the FA Cup win over Cardiff City on 28 February 2025.

Marcus Rashford has impressed in his first appearances for Barcelona. (Image: Getty)

But Rashford's improvements with his final pass and ability to create goals aren't the only things that Barcelona fans noticed, as fans also claimed he was tracking back more than he did at United.

Writing on X, one United fan claimed: "Marcus Rashford wasn't tracking back at Manchester United, often strolling on the pitch, but he's doing the opposite at Barcelona. Good riddance."

While a Barcelona fan joked: "Rashford tracking back to DM. We get it bro you don't need to track back that far."

And another praised Rashford, writing: "Impressive hustle from Rashford, commitment on and off the ball shines through. Keep it up!"