Kobbie Mainoo is making a name for himself as a rising star at Manchester United, with his impressive display drawing comparisons to football legend Clarence Seedorf.
After Mainoo’s heroics in a thrilling seven-goal match against Wolves, former football star Rio Ferdinand couldn’t help but make the parallel between Mainoo and Seedorf.
Manchester United clinched a nail-biting 4-3 victory at Molineux on Thursday, with Mainoo playing a crucial role in the dramatic win. The match reached its peak when Pedro Neto equalized in the 95th minute, setting the stage for Mainoo’s moment of brilliance just two minutes later.
In the 97th minute, Mainoo displayed a level of skill that left Wolves fans in shock and Man United fans ecstatic. The young star not only skillfully nutmegged Max Kilman but also created a crucial opening before expertly curling the ball into the net to secure the win for his team.
This remarkable goal marked Mainoo’s first in the Premier League, adding to his debut senior-level goal in Manchester United’s previous triumph against Newport in the FA Cup.
Rio Ferdinand commented on TNT Sports, “I’m not saying he’s of the same ability, or that he’s that player yet, but he gives me vibes of Clarence Seedorf. The way he maneuvers in tight situations and the way he manipulates the ball and uses his body at times. He shifts it, pops it through [Max] Kilman’s legs – beautiful. He’s elusive at times as well, and the control and the awareness to pick his spot.”
Mainoo, at 18 years old, has received praise from his teammates, pundits, coach Eric Ten Hag, and fans after his latest outstanding performance for the Red Devils.
