David Rush (born 15 May 1971) is an English former professional footballer. He played in the 1992 FA Cup Final for his home town club Sunderland, which they lost 2–0 against Liverpool. After several loan moves, Rush made a permanent move to Oxford United for a reported £100,000. In his first full season with Oxford, he helped them to automatic promotion to Division 1 (now Championship). Following his release from Oxford, Rush had short spells with York City and Hartlepool United.