Current stats:
Pace-89+2=91 (lets just be mad and make him the fastest player)
Shooting-80+3=83
Passing-83
Physicalilty-50
Overall-81+1+1=83
Goals-9+3=12
Assists=6
He gets +5 for winning the MOTM, which makes his overall grow by 1, and +1 in his overall for scoring a hattrick.
He is already upto 18 G/A, on reaching 25 he gets a playstyle too.
The excitement was palpable as Manchester United progressed to the Quarter Finals of the Champions League. Their opponent was the formidable Barcelona, led by the young prodigy Lamine Yamal. The stage was set for a thrilling encounter between two footballing giants.
In the first leg at Camp Nou, the atmosphere was electric. The fans roared with anticipation as the players took to the field. Despite Manchester United's best efforts, it was Lamine Yamal who stole the show. His dazzling footwork and clinical finish resulted in a 1-0 victory for Barcelona. The defeat stung, but United knew they had a chance to turn things around in the second leg at Old Trafford.
The return leg was met with a wave of optimism from the home crowd. The Red Devils took to the field with determination, ready to fight for their place in the semi-finals. Marcus, now a first-team regular, felt the weight of the occasion but was resolved to make a difference.
The first half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert. As the second half progressed, the tension in the stadium grew. It was in the 60th minute that Marcus seized his opportunity. A perfectly timed pass from Rashford found him in space. With a burst of speed, Marcus dribbled past two defenders and unleashed a powerful shot that flew past the goalkeeper. The stadium erupted in cheers as the scoreboard now read 1-1 on aggregate.
The celebration was short-lived, however. Just ten minutes later, Lamine Yamal once again showcased his brilliance. A swift counterattack saw him break through United's defense and score, putting Barcelona ahead 2-1 on aggregate. The crowd fell silent, the weight of the task ahead pressing down on the players.
As the clock ticked down, Manchester United threw everything they had at Barcelona. In the 89th minute, the ball found its way to Marcus. With adrenaline pumping, he dribbled past one defender, then another, and another. The goal loomed before him. It was a long way out there, but instead of passing to an open teammate, he decided to shoot from distance. The ball sailed through the air, only to crash against the crossbar. The collective gasp from the crowd was deafening.
The final whistle blew, and Manchester United's Champions League journey was over. Marcus fell to his knees, tears streaming down his face. He felt the crushing weight of responsibility and guilt, questioning his decision to shoot instead of passing. Was this exit his fault? Had his moment of ambition cost his team?
But in this moment of despair, Marcus wasn't alone. His teammates rushed to his side, lifting him up and offering words of encouragement. Rashford placed a comforting hand on his shoulder. "We win as a team, and we lose as a team. This isn't on you, Marcus."
The unity and support from his teammates were overwhelming. They embraced him, showing that this defeat would not break them. This team was special—not just because of their skill on the pitch, but because of the bond they shared. They were united, in every sense of the word.
As Marcus wiped his tears and stood with his teammates, he realized that this was just a part of their journey. They would learn from this, grow stronger, and come back even more determined. The dream wasn't over; it was just beginning.
Manchester United can still win the Premier League, he can still redeem what has been done by getting the Premier League glory back to Old Trafford.
Stay tuned.