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Man Utd Teenage Sensation, Mainoo, Receives First England Call-up
- Manchester United teenager Kobbie Mainoo has received his debut call-up to the England.
- Mainoo’s impressive performances in 20 appearances for Manchester United’s have earned him recognition.
- Gareth Southgate has expressed admiration for Mainoo’s talent and versatility.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Manchester United teenager Kobbie Mainoo has received his debut Call-up to the England squad for their upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium.
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Mainoo is emerging as one of the brightest young stars at Manchester United during his breakthrough season at just 18 years old.
After showcasing his skills in 20 notable appearances this season for United’s central midfield, Mainoo has earned a promotion to the England squad as they prepare for Euro 2024.
Mainoo moved into Gareth Southgate’s senior group having initially been named in the England Under-21 squad.
“Kobbie Mainoo has received his first call-up to the England senior squad,” England’s Football Association said in a statement said on Tuesday.
In their final matches before Southgate names his squad for the European Championship in Germany, England face Brazil at Wembley on Saturday and host Belgium on March 26.
Mainoo will have the opportunity to compete for a spot in the Euro squad, as Southgate has been an admirer of the young talent for some time.
Speaking at the Nations League draw in February, Southgate said: “He’s doing brilliantly. I’m not certain he’s necessarily going to be a defensive midfielder, as such.
“He’s quite a progressive player but he’s had a fabulous start to his career and it will be good to monitor him as we go forward.”
Mainoo joined United as a nine-year-old and made his debut in a League Cup game against Charlton in 2023.
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His first United start came against Everton in November last year and he scored his maiden goal for the club in their FA Cup win at Newport in January.
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