Marcus Rashford was sighted enjoying himself at an upscale beachfront restaurant in Cannes while his England colleagues readied themselves for the Euros following his exclusion from the squad. According to witnesses, the 26-year-old athlete dined with a group of friends at the Baoli restaurant, where they reportedly splurged approximately £3,700 on food and beverages on Saturday. Despite not making the cut for the Euro 2024 provisional squad, Rashford appeared unfazed by Gareth Southgate’s decision, spending three hours laughing and dancing before moving to the club at the same venue around 1 am.

A fellow diner noted Rashford’s presence, recognizing him by his high-end Richard Mille watch and observing his relaxed demeanor throughout the evening. The Manchester United winger’s absence from the Euro 2024 squad came as a surprise, considering his challenging season in 2023-24, where he struggled with a lower goal tally compared to the previous year. Rashford’s exclusion from both the squad and training camp was attributed to his on-field performance, with Southgate emphasizing the difficulty of the decision.

Off-field incidents, such as Rashford’s tequila-fueled night in Belfast, have also drawn attention, resulting in his exclusion from Manchester United’s FA Cup tie. Despite his charitable contributions and accolades, including an MBE for his philanthropic efforts, Rashford’s behavior has been scrutinized. Reports suggest he indulged in excessive drinking during a visit to Northern Ireland, highlighting concerns about his off-pitch conduct.