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Charlie Wilson

Manchester United star Marcus Rashford named one of Britain's most influential black footballers

Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford has been named on a list of Britain's most influential black footballers.

The annual Football Black List recognises the efforts of black figures working in various areas of the game.

The 23-year-old has earned an MBE for his off-field work addressing child food poverty - forcing a government U-turn and continuing giving food vouchers to children in England during the summer holidays.

Most recently, Rashford urged people to write to their MP demanding an end to the 'child hunger pandemic', stating that 'devastatingly', child food poverty is getting worse.

He now aids the National Food Strategy, whose strategy has three recommendations aimed to guarantee that every child at risk of going hungry gets some good food every day.

Rashford has also been outspoken on racial inequality, Universal Credit and has supported campaigns to aid children with hearing impairments.

Former Arsenal and England full-back Alex Scott, who presents Football Focus, is named on the media list.

The Football Black List, first published in 2008, highlights black industry professionals who are positive influencers.

Marcus Rashford (Visionhaus/Getty Images.)

Leon Mann, co-founder of the Football Black List, said: "Black excellence in football is regularly talked about on the pitch - and we want to help highlight the contribution of black leaders off the field in the sport, too.

"This list of influential game-changers is a snapshot of the contribution black communities are making to football.

"Those named today join an illustrious group who have featured on the list over the last decade - including the likes of Raheem Sterling, Ian Wright, Hope Powell, Rio Ferdinand, Herman Ouseley and Rachel Yankey."

Rashford is joined on the players' list by Anita Asante (Aston Villa), Cyrus Christie (Fulham), Ivan Toney (Brentford) and Nikita Parris (Arsenal).

While Tottenham boss Nuno Espirito Santo is joined on the coaching and management list by Sheffield Wednesday's Darren Moore.

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