Following an impressive debut for England against Brazil, Kobbie Mainoo, who currently plays for Manchester United, has garnered admiration from teammate Declan Rice. Mainoo made his first appearance for the Three Lions as a substitute, showcasing his talents during the final 15 minutes of the match at Wembley.

 

Despite his limited playing time, Mainoo’s composed and technically skilled style of play seamlessly integrated with Rice in midfield, with Phil Foden operating as the number 10 ahead of them. Mainoo took to Instagram to express his joy, stating, “Special feeling making my senior @England debut at Wembley and in front of my family. Something I’ll never forget. Now we get back on track for Tuesday,” accompanied by a heart emoji.

 

Rice, along with other players including Bruno Fernandes, Luke Shaw, and Harry Maguire, commented on Mainoo’s post, congratulating him and expressing confidence in his future success. The supportive comments from fellow professionals highlight the appreciation for Mainoo’s talent and potential. England manager Gareth Southgate explained his decision to include Mainoo in the senior team, citing the need to refresh the lineup due to injuries. Southgate praised Mainoo’s calm and skillful moments on the field, indicating his potential for further growth.

 

Mainoo’s impressive performances have also caught the attention of his club manager, Erik ten Hag of Ajax. Ten Hag commended Mainoo’s rapid development and improvement with each game, emphasizing his composure and expressing his belief in the young player’s drive and potential for continued success.

 

Since his Premier League debut against Everton in November, Mainoo has become an integral part of the Manchester United squad, featuring in 15 of their last 16 games and even scoring his first league goal against Wolves.

With a promising start to his international career and the support of his teammates and managers, Kobbie Mainoo is poised to make further strides in his footballing journey.