Rashford honoured in incredible graffiti

The role of football players nowadays goes beyond the pitch. Today's stars are aware that, somehow or other, they have a distinct social purpose as well. Rashford is one of the most commited to the cause, not only among players but celebrities in general. Growing up he fought poverty, hunger and endless problems that would affect the most defensless.

However, a while back 'Spectator' published information that revealed how Rashford had somehow benefitted financially from such campaigns. This didn't at all sit well with Rashford, nor the rest of England, who see the player who as an exemplary person who actively fights for the rights of others. And they made sure that he knew that with their graffiti. 

At a school in Withington called Hindley Junior&Infants, graffiti appeared supporting Rashford. "We are not kind to be noticed. We are kind because it's the right thing to do," a message read on the wall alongside a painting of the player.

 

July 21, 2021

Rashford has since publicly defended these accusations. "Just heard 'Spectator' are planning to run a story on me tomorrow about how I have benefitted commercially in the last 18 months," he said. "To clarify, I don’t need to partner with brands. I partner because I want to progress the work I do off the pitch and most of any fee I would receive contributes to that."

He defended his social work and highlighted that, thanks to his labour, more than a million children now have access to a food plan. In addition, 80,000 have gained access to academic material.

"Do I have a larger commercial appeal following the u-turns? I’m sure. But I’m also a Manchester United and England international footballer. Why has there always got to be a motive? Why can’t we just do the right thing?" he commented on social media.