Kobbie Mainoo was United’s metronome in gutsy win over Brentford

Unsurprisingly, he recorded 100% dribbling success, beating his man three times out of three – the best of anyone on the pitch.

Defensive duties

Mainoo’s defensive output is sometimes criticised but he gave a good account of himself tonight.

Only two players – Casemiro and Luke Shaw – made more than his four tackles, and only the Brazilian equalled his two interceptions.

On top of that the Englishman made two clearances and blocked one shot, while not being dribbled past once.

Only the mighty Casemiro had more successful ground duels than the seven won by Mainoo, who locked horns with an opponent ten times. He also won one of two aerial duels contested.

Kobbie Mainoo vs. Brentford

Ruben Amorim routinely overlooked the 21-year-old but he has been a near-ever-present for Michael Carrick, and tonight was a reminder of just how good he can be.

Stats taken from sofascore.

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