Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs believes young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has all the necessary attributes to reach the incredible level of Paul Scholes. Giggs praised Mainoo following his impressive performance in the Manchester derby, highlighting the youngster's unique acceleration, physical strength, and constant desire to do the right things on the pitch.
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has underlined the psychological significance of securing a victory over Manchester City as the two rivals prepare to clash at Old Trafford. The England international believes that overcoming Enzo Maresca’s side serves as a massive catalyst for momentum in the Red Devils' season.
Michael Carrick has praised the blossoming midfield partnership between Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans following a commanding victory over Sabah. The manager is delighted with his new-look engine room, while Benjamin Sesko's goalscoring return to the starting lineup provided another major boost.
Manchester United returned to the Champions League with a commanding 4-0 victory over Sabah at Old Trafford. The impressive performance featured a midfield masterclass from young star Kobbie Mainoo, earning him high praise from his manager. The team now turns their attention to a massive domestic clash, hoping to carry this newfound momentum into the highly anticipated weekend derby.
Owen Hargreaves has tipped Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo to become one of the best players in world football. Following a dominant Champions League victory over Sabah, the former player lavished praise on the academy graduate, highlighting his exceptional technical ability and composure under pressure as key reasons why he will be a superstar in the future.
Marcus Rashford has become something of a prodigal son at Manchester United, but Red Devils legend Andy Cole has explained to GOAL why the 28-year-old forward will not be “desperate” to register his first goal back at Old Trafford. The England international has 138 efforts for the Premier League heavyweights to his name, but none for the best part of two years.
Michael Carrick has thrown his full support behind Kobbie Mainoo to enjoy a massive breakout campaign at Manchester United despite the arrival of several high-profile signings. The legendary midfielder turned manager believes the academy graduate possesses the elite mentality required to fend off competition from the club's new multi-million pound recruits.
Manchester United have submitted their official Premier League squad for the 2026-27 season, but Kobbie Mainoo is a glaring omission. However, there is no need for fans to panic, as his absence is simply down to league registration rules.
Manchester United are hoping to see Bruno Fernandes sign a new contract, but who will inherit the captain’s armband at Old Trafford when the Portuguese playmaker moves on? Lee Sharpe has, during an exclusive interview with GOAL, thrown a few names into the mix - with Mason Mount considered to be a potential on-field leader for the ambitious Red Devils.
Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo has officially concluded his 2026 World Cup journey without playing a single minute for England. Following his absence from the third-place play-off against France, manager Thomas Tuchel has provided a fresh update on the 21-year-old amid shocking claims the midfielder was urged to fake an injury to avoid the "nonsense" fixture.
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo missed England’s World Cup third-place play-off against France after picking up an injury. The 21-year-old will depart the Three Lions camp without having seen a single minute of competitive action during the tournament in North America.
Kobbie Mainoo has been surprisingly snubbed by Thomas Tuchel throughout the 2026 World Cup, but Michael Owen has told GOAL why the Manchester United midfielder may yet have a Geoff Hurst role to play for England. The 21-year-old is having to be patient in pursuit of game time at FIFA’s flagship event, but “unlikely heroes” have emerged at previous tournaments.
It’s time for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup, which means it’s time for penalty shootout drama. Generally, England have a terrible reputation when it comes to spot-kicks, winning just four of the 11 shootouts they’ve participated in. But the signs suggest the tide is turning, with three of those wins coming in their last four.
After Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick sparked a wave of viral memes for sitting on Brazil's bench, Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo is now the main subject. England boss Thomas Tuchel's decision to keep the 21-year-old out of his starting lineup at the 2026 World Cup has triggered internet jokes, making the midfielder a meme sensation.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has reached out to Kobbie Mainoo with a heartfelt personal message ahead of the midfielder's World Cup debut for England. The Red Devils' all-time record goalscorer hailed the 21-year-old as a pivotal role model for the next generation of talent at Old Trafford - including his son, Kai.
Declan Rice is reportedly harbouring doubts regarding Kobbie Mainoo's productivity off the ball, as the Manchester United midfielder aims to secure a starting spot alongside the Arsenal star in England's World Cup squad. Meanwhile, United boss Michael Carrick is plotting a midfield overhaul to unlock the youngster's full attacking potential next season.
