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  "id": 4509860,
  "title": "Rashford’s return ‘fantastic’ for Man Utd, says Carrick",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/rashfords-return-fantastic-for-man-utd-says-carrick",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T21:19:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/08/31/rashford-s-return-fantastic-for-man-utd-says-carrick"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Following Manchester United's 5-2 victory over Ipswich, midfielder Michael Carrick expressed his belief that Marcus Rashford's return to the club will prove significant. Carrick, who played a part in the team's improved performance, praised the 28-year-old England forward for capitalizing on the chance presented to him. Rashford, who had been on loan at Aston Villa and Barcelona over the past two seasons, made his first start for United in nearly two years in Sunday's match. Carrick highlighted Rashford's positive impact on the team, emphasizing that his return has not only benefited Rashford but also the club as a whole. The midfielder emphasized that players like Rashford, who have come and gone at the club, bring valuable experience and a fresh perspective. Carrick also commended the team's character, citing their ability to bounce back from a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Hull earlier in the season. He singled out Bruno Fernandes, who scored a hat-trick and provided an equalizer, as a driving force behind the team's resurgence.",
  "summary": "Michael Carrick calls on the England attacker to take his second chance at Old Trafford after loan spells at Aston Villa and Barcelona.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Rashford’s return ‘fantastic’ for Man Utd, says Carrick",
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        "published": "2026-08-30T21:19:00.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Rashford's return 'fantastic' for Man Utd, says Carrick",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/rashfords-return-fantastic-for-man-utd-says-carrick-4516389",
        "published": "2026-08-30T22:28:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Rashford’s return ‘fantastic’ for Man Utd, says Carrick",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/rashfords-return-fantastic-for-man-utd-says-carrick",
        "published": "2026-08-31T01:39:05.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}