• Football
  • Boxing
  • UFC
  • Home
  • Football
    • England
    • Transfer News
    • Premier League
    • Champions League
    • Lionel Messi
    • Cristiano Ronaldo
    • EA FC 25
    • Wrexham
  • Boxing
    • Tyson Fury
    • Anthony Joshua
    • Oleksandr Usyk
    • Mike Tyson
    • Jake Paul
    • Logan Paul
  • UFC
    • Dana White
    • Conor McGregor
    • Khabib Nurmagomedov
    • Jon Jones
    • Paddy Pimblett
    • Joe Rogan
  • Other Sport
    • Athletics
    • Formula 1
    • MMA
    • Motorsport
    • NBA
    • Darts
    • NFL
    • Snooker
    • Wrestling
    • Tennis
    • Cricket
    • Golf
  • Advertise
  • Terms
  • Privacy & Cookies
  • LADbible Group
  • LADbible
  • UNILAD
  • GAMINGbible
  • Tyla
  • UNILAD Tech
  • FOODbible
  • License Our Content
  • About Us & Contact
  • Jobs
  • Latest
  • Topics A-Z
  • Authors
Facebook
Instagram
X
Threads
Snapchat
TikTok
YouTube
Kobbie Mainoo becomes first Man Utd player since Paul Pogba to produce stunning record vs Luton

Home> Football> Football News> Man Utd

Updated 07:46 19 Feb 2024 GMTPublished 07:42 19 Feb 2024 GMT

Kobbie Mainoo becomes first Man Utd player since Paul Pogba to produce stunning record vs Luton

Mainoo was impressive again.

Ryan Smart

Ryan Smart

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo followed in Paul Pogba's footsteps after a stunning display in his side's 2-1 win over Luton on Sunday.

Mainoo was one of the star players on the pitch during what was a chaotic clash at Kenilworth Road.

Rasmus Hojlund opened the scoring for United after just 46 seconds, to score in his sixth consecutive fixture in all competitions.

Advert

The Dane then scored again on seven minutes as Erik ten Hag's side looked destined for their fourth consecutive Premier League victory.

But Luton worked their way back into the contest, and United failed to hold control over proceedings as Carlton Morris pulled one back on 14 minutes.

Rob Edwards' side probed for the equaliser for the rest of the match, having 22 shots at Andre Onana's goal and having 58 per cent possession over the 90 minutes.

But, despite centre-back Gabriel Osho hitting the crossbar in second half added time, the equaliser was not forthcoming - meaning United held on for what could be a crucial victory come May.

Advert

Ten Hag's side, though, did receive criticism from supporters, with senior players such as Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro and Marcus Rashford among those called out.

But Mainoo was one of the most composed players on the pitch - and now stands in elite company alongside Paul Pogba when it comes to one particular statistic.

The 18-year-old completed six dribbles against Luton, which is one fewer than Pogba managed during a game in April 2022.

But along with the France midfielder, they have completed more dribbles in a single match than any other United player in the Premier League since then.

Advert

As per WhoScored, the United player closest to Mainoo's tally against the Hatters was Diogo Dalot (two), while Luton's Ross Barkley completed five dribbles.


Mainoo's incredible performances at club level have sparked plenty of talk surrounding an England call-up for Euro 2024.

Advert

But he is also eligible to represent Ghana, although he has represented England at various youth levels.

According to the Daily Mail, the United academy graduate will not look to make a formal decision about his international future until he is 'in contention for competitive senior caps' - meaning Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate may want to act fast in order to convince the midfielder that his international future is with England.

Featured Image Credit: Getty

Topics: Kobbie Mainoo, Premier League, Manchester United, Paul Pogba, Luton Town

Ryan Smart
Ryan Smart

Live in constant hope of the top flight as a Preston North End fan. Written in the past for SPORF, GiveMeSport and more.

Advert

Advert

Advert

Choose your content:

6 hours ago
7 hours ago
9 hours ago
  • 6 hours ago

    Man Utd, Liverpool and Arsenal fans demand the same signing after watching Real Madrid vs Juventus

    Real defeated Juventus 1-0 to reach the quarter-finals of the Club World Cup.

    Football
  • 6 hours ago

    Real Madrid on the verge of making Club World Cup history after Juventus win

    Real defeated Juventus in a round of 16 clash at the Club World Cup.

    Football
  • 7 hours ago

    Real Madrid fans think it's time for a difficult conversation about one player despite Juventus win

    Not every Real fan was upbeat after their 1-0 win over Juventus.

    Football
  • 9 hours ago

    Brandon Williams linked with shock move to reunite with former Man Utd manager in bid to revive his career

    Williams has been a free agent since leaving United last summer.

    Football
  • Man Utd fans are calling Kobbie Mainoo 'agent Kobbie' after seeing who he's currently on holiday with
  • Paul Scholes compares Kobbie Mainoo to legendary player he once named as his hardest-ever opponent
  • Man Utd fans think 'unreal talent' could partner Kobbie Mainoo for years to come after performance vs. Arsenal
  • Kobbie Mainoo reveals he eats the same exact meal before every Man Utd and England match