“You can’t believe what happened to Manchester United next Paul Scholes. Him and Rashford was the best players in that game but after the fans heard what happened to him….”-Forgotten Man Utd starlet who made a fantastic Premier League debut with Marcus Rashford retires at 28.

A Manchester United prodigy, once part of the same debut lineup as Marcus Rashford, has bid farewell to professional football. Rashford’s electrifying debut, where he netted twice against Midtjylland, is etched in United folklore.

However, alongside Rashford that day was James Weir, who, at 20, made his first and only appearance for the Red Devils. Despite a promising start, Weir’s career trajectory diverged from Rashford’s. After stints with Hull City, Wigan Athletic, and Bolton Wanderers, Weir embarked on a European journey, playing for clubs in Slovakia and Hungary.

Now, at 28, Weir reflects on his decision to retire, expressing gratitude for the experiences and relationships football brought him, while eagerly anticipating his next venture beyond the pitch.