Kobbie Mainoo: United ace was Carrick’s trump card against Liverpool

Messiah Mainoo

United did have isolated chances to get back in front, but it was Mainoo who finally made it count. In the 77th minute, the Englishman side-footed the ball into the back of the net from the edge of the box, sending fans across the globe into a frenzy.

That set up an intense ending to the game, but United held on and secured three vital points to remain third in the league. The Red Devils extended their recent winning run to three games, and have now picked up the most points in the Premier League since Michael Carrick’s arrival.

Central to the English giants’ spectacular rise under their caretaker manager has been a resurgent Mainoo, who once again proved why he is the future of the club.

Another Man of the Match Performance

Mainoo has been in the starting XI in 13 of Carrick’s 14 games in charge, and his only absence was the 2-1 defeat to Leeds United, when he was sidelined with injury. The Englishman is fast becoming United’s new metronome and gave a glowing audition of his all-round abilities against Liverpool.

Mainoo registered 67 touches in the game, and attempted 54 passes, completing 48 of them with an 89% success rate. He won five of his seven duels, with only Casemiro managing more in the United team, and also registered one tackle.

The 21 year old registered two defensive actions and one interception, but was dribbled past once. Mainoo completed both of his attempted dribbles and also had a shot blocked.

Kobbie Mainoo Stats vs Liverpool

Source: Sofa Score

Final Thoughts

Mainoo recently committed his future to United until 2031 and has now marked the occasion with a fantastic goal. The Englishman has gone from strength to strength under Carrick, and one assumes he will get even better next season.

The Red Devils have the colossal task of replacing Casemiro this summer, but Mainoo’s recent resurgence suggests that he could be the most important piece of the puzzle next campaign. For now, fans will hope that the youngster can enjoy a strong end to the season and help United finish third in the league.

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