Marcus Rashford’s strike helped Barcelona to a 3-1 LaLiga victory over Elche on Sunday, but manager Hansi Flick said the forward can still make more of the opportunities he gets in the final third.
Rashford scored from a tight angle to limit the scoring in a win that moved the defending champions into second place with 25 points, five behind Real Madrid.
The England international has scored six goals in all competitions since joining Barcelona on loan from Manchester United in July.
“If you see the chances he has, I think one or two more goals will be good, also for him,” Flick told reporters.
“I know he can play at this level and I am happy that he is showing that, for the fans and for the club, and also for the teammates he is a very important player.”
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Rashford acknowledged there is room for improvement in his decision-making.
«I just try to do the right things on the pitch. Even today I could have had more assists or goals, sometimes the decision to shoot or pass was wrong,» the 28-year-old told Spanish media.
«But I’m going to have days like this. The most important thing is always the team and today we won.»
«My focus is not so much on output. If I do the right things I know I can always score and assist; my focus is on the team, building relationships and feeling comfortable.»
Barcelona then travels to Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday, after which LaLiga visits Celta Vigo on Sunday.
Published on November 3, 2025
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