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Marcus Rashford calls on nation's help to win Government battle over free school meals

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Marcus Rashford has called on the backing of the nation in his battle with the Government over free school meals for children.

The England and Manchester United striker has helped raise more than £25m so far as part of a campaign to help those youngsters in most need of help due to the Covid-19 crisis.

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Recovered: 0
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Russia
Cases: 8 494 589
Deaths: 237 619
Recovered: 0
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