MARCUS RASHFORD has broken his silence from his shock omission from England’s Euro 2024 squad.
SunSport learned that the Manchester United hitman would not be part of the 33-man provisional squad hours before the official announcement.
And 20 minutes after The FA made his omission public, the 26-year-old issued a statement.
But the forward didn’t throw his toys out the pram, opting to send his team-mates a message of support.
He took to his Instagram story to say: “Wishing Gareth and the boys all the best for the up and coming tournament.”
Rashford has been a staple of England squads since Southgate succeeded Roy Hodgson as manager in November 2016.
The United striker has featured in all three of the tournaments that have taken place during Southgate’s reign.
But his poor form for the Red Devils last season has ultimately stopped him from playing in a fourth-straight major international tournament.
The decision to axe Rashford wasn’t easy for Southgate, who said: “These are of course difficult calls.
“You’re talking about players who are important players.”
He added: “I feel with Marcus there are other players who have had better seasons.”
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