Kobbie Mainoo Scores Outrageous Curler in Manchester United Clash Against Liverpool: Video

Kobbie Mainoo Scores Outrageous Curler in Manchester United Clash Against Liverpool: Video

Lukman Mumuni
updated at April 7, 2024 at 4:35 PM
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  • Kobbie Mainoo scored a belter against Liverpool in the EPL
  • The teenager helped Man Utd to a draw against the Reds
  • Mainoo is enjoying an outstanding campaign with the Red Devils

Kobbie Mainoo continues to hog the headlines in England with his superlative performances for Manchester United in his breakout campaign.

The newly-capped England international has been by far one of United's best players in the weekend headliner against old foes Liverpool.

The 18-year-old gave Manchester United the lead for the first time in the game with an exquisite goal at Old Trafford.

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Kobbie Mainoo celebrates with his teammates after scoring stunner against Liverpool. Credit: @premierleague @tntsports
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In a video shared on social media, the teen sensation brilliantly controlled a pass from Aaron Wan-Bissaka before curling the ball past Liverpool's goalkeeper Caoinhim Kelleher.

Mainoo striker left fans in awe as United take a deserving second half lead against the Reds in what could be a big blow for Liverpool in the title race.

Meanwhile, the visitors opened the scoring early in the game after Colomibian winger Luis Diaz scored.

However, five minutes after the break Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes levelled for the host to set up a great second half.

Late in the game, Mohamed Salah converted a penalty to keep the scores at 2-2.

Mainoo, who was eligible to represent Ghana at international level, has decided to represent the Three Lions of England, making his debut against Brazil in March.

Mainoo make England debut against Brazil

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo made his England debut on Saturday, March 23, against Brazil in a friendly clash.

There was a slim chance the 18-year-old would choose Ghana, but he decided to wear the England colours.

Mainoo entered the fray with 15 minutes left to play against the South Americans. he replaced Chelsea Conor Gallagher, and he impressed.

Bellingham hails Kobbie Mainoo

Sports Brief also reported that Real Madrid hotshot, Jude Bellingham singled out Kobbie Mainoo for praise after his full debut performance for England on Tuesday night.

Mainoo has enjoyed a meteoric rise to prominence since he made his debut for the Manchester United senior team in October 2023.

The youngster has gone on to form an important part of Erik ten Hag's team, with his brilliant performances earning him a call-up with the England national senior team.

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Lukman Abdul Mumin is a Sports Journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has been writing for the past five years. Lukman joined Sports Brief as an Editor for the Local Desk in 2022.