November 27th 2023.
Kobbie Mainoo, the 18-year-old Manchester United starlet, made his first competitive start for the club in a Premier League clash at Everton on Sunday, and he certainly did not disappoint. The midfielder was a key part of his side's 3-0 win and even though he was substituted off in the 72nd minute, United captain Bruno Fernandes still felt he deserved the Man of the Match award instead of Alejandro Garnacho, who scored the ‘Goal of the Season’.
Fernandes praised Mainoo's performance, saying: ‘He put in a great performance. He is comfortable with the ball and never makes a mistake. For his age he has so many qualities. He sees things before others.’
It is no wonder that the Football Association are reportedly confident that Mainoo will choose to represent England at international level. The young talent has already made 13 appearances for England at youth level, and those who have worked with him at St. George’s Park have described him as ‘super professional’ and ‘focused’.
Mainoo could be a great asset for Gareth Southgate’s team, as he could develop into the perfect No.8 to play alongside Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham. England is still searching for a player to nail down that position, with Conor Gallagher, Jordan Henderson, Kalvin Phillips and Trent Alexander-Arnold being the contenders going into next summer’s Euro 2024.
For now, Mainoo will continue to produce impressive performances for Manchester United, with fans now fully aware of his talent.
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