After penning a heartfelt letter detailing his own struggles when growing up,Rashford yesterday called for the government to reverse its decision to end free school meals over the summer.
After initially rejecting the request, prompting an outcry from many, the government has finally agreed to extend the scheme.Rashford thanked people for their support on social media, with his initial letter gaining almost 150,000 retweets. "I don’t even know what to say," he tweeted. "Just look at what we can do when we come together, THIS is England in 2020." The news prompted celebration on social media, with both Manchester United captain Harry Maguire and Match of the Day's Gary Lineker - who had spoken out in support of the Reds striker on Newsnight.