Kobbie Mainoo gives me vibes of Clarence Seedorf - Rio Ferdinand
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In a dazzling display of skill and composure, Kobbie Mainoo, the rising star from Manchester United, is drawing comparisons to none other than the legendary Clarence Seedorf.
Rio Ferdinand, himself a stalwart in the world of football, couldn't help but make the parallel after Mainoo's heroics in a seven-goal thriller against Wolves.
Manchester United secured a nail-biting 4-3 victory at Molineux on Thursday, with Mainoo playing a pivotal role in the dramatic win. The match reached its crescendo 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, with the clock ticking down, Mainoo showcased a level of skill that left Wolves fans in shock and Man United fans on cloud nine. 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 wasn't just a game-changer; it marked Mainoo's first in the Premier League, adding another feather to his cap after scoring his debut senior-level goal in Manchester United's previous triumph against Newport in the FA Cup.
"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," Rio said on TNT Sports.
"The way he maneuvers in tight situations and the way he manipulates this 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. Some players see the headlines there and the back pages and think ‘I’m going to go for it’. But he just caresses it,"
The 18-year-old has received a lot of praise from his teammates, pundits, his coach Eric Ten Hag, and fans after his latest outstanding performance for the Red Devils.
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