Despite worries that an injury would keep him out of action, Marcus Rashford was beaming at England’s training.
With 61 minutes played in Friday’s 2-0 victory over Malta, the Manchester United player was replaced by Cole Palmer.
8Marcus Rashford trained ahead of the clash with North MacedoniaCredit: Getty8England play their final qualifier tomorrowCredit: Getty8The news is a huge boost to Man UtdCredit: Rex8Rashford went off injured versus MaltaCredit: Getty
Rashford had collided with Trent Alexander-Arnold just before and looked in pain as he trudged off the pitch.
Manager Gareth Southgate attempted to play down injury fears, saying: “I think he is probably okay.
“We just thought given the nature of the collision it was a chance to get Cole into the game.
“I haven’t assessed too much but I think he was okay when he came off.”
And at Tottenham’s training field, the team warmed up ahead of England’s final Euro 2024 qualifier against North Macedonia tomorrow.
Rashford participated in the entire workout and seemed well.
Southgate, who has previously watched Jude Bellingham, Levi Colwill, James Maddison, Lewis Dunk, and Callum Wilson leave the team, is relieved to hear the news.
Furthermore, Kieran Trippier withdrew for private reasons following the victory in Malta.
England will top the group and has already secured their spot at the Euros.
Given that Erik ten Hag has already had to contend with many injuries this season, Rashford’s return to fitness is also a major plus for Man Utd.
Following a groin injury, Andre Onana is no longer with the Cameroon team.
Rasmus Hojlund and Christian Eriksen of Denmark withdrew from the national team before the international break started because of fitness issues.
Injury prevented Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia, Jonny Evans, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Amad Diallo from playing for United against Luton in their most recent matchup.
8Harry Maguire trained ahead of the North Macedonia gameCredit: Getty8The Three Lions are top of Group CCredit: Reuters8Jack Grealish and Harry Kane were involved in a possession gameCredit: Getty8England warmed up for the match at Tottenham’s training groundCredit: PA