What's happened
Marcus Rashford was not included in Manchester United's squad for the game at Fulham due to injury after taking a 'heavy knock' in training.
Why it matters
The absence of Marcus Rashford from the squad due to injury following a nightclub incident is significant as it raises questions about his professionalism and commitment to the team.
What the papers say
The Independent reports that Rashford was forced to apologise to United boss Erik ten Hag after attending a nightclub party following last weekend's derby defeat. AP News and The Times also cover the incident, with The Times providing additional details about Rashford's birthday party at the nightclub Chinawhite and the criticism faced by the Manchester United team after their defeat by Manchester City.
How we got here
The incident occurred after Manchester United's humiliating 3-0 derby defeat at home to Manchester City. Rashford's absence from the squad for the game at Fulham was due to injury after taking a 'heavy knock' in training.
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Manchester United Football Club is a professional football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England, that competes in the Premier League, the top flight of English football.
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Marcus Rashford is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Premier League club Manchester United and the England national team.
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Erik ten Hag is a Dutch professional football manager and former player. He is currently the manager at Ajax.
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