The game itself might have not been a thriller, however Kobbie Mainoo’s performance got fans all saying the same thing. We’ve found the best fan reactions on X (formerly Twitter) to his performance.
Man United travelled the short distance to Liverpool, with no one expecting much from the Red Devils. However, Eric ten Hag’s side were able to claim a point at Anfield thanks to solid defending from their latest pairing of Raphaël Varane and Jonny Evans.
Another player who caught the eye of fans is Mainoo. His first taste of Man United vs Liverpool will be one that lives long in his memory.
Mainoo impressing in breakthrough season
Mainoo’s first competitive performance came in the EFL Cup in January. His Premier League debut came a month later as a substitute against Leicester City.
He was included in the Man United pre-season tour at the start of this season and has been pushed into first team action because of injuries to key players.
Mainoo’s first start came against Everton, where his performance impressed fans. Now, back in Merseyside again, his performance has caught the eye of fans.
By starting against Liverpool, Mainoo became the youngest United player to play in the game. It was thought the quality of Liverpool’s attackers might be too much for the young man, however he didn’t let the quality of opposition get to him.
His stats show just how good his performance was at Anfield, and what a talent Man United have.
Kobbie Mainoo’s game by numbers vs. Liverpool:
89% pass accuracy
4 ground duels won
3 blocks
2/2 long balls completed
2 tackles won
1 interception
1 clearance
1 yellow cardPlayed well in his first game at Anfield. 👏 pic.twitter.com/GT5KvUBZjB
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) December 17, 2023
A compilation of Mainoo’s performance also shows just how impressive he was against Liverpool.
Kobbie Mainoo vs Liverpool (A)pic.twitter.com/YzPZzuHUwm
— Viran🇲🇾 (@MadnessFc4) December 17, 2023
Mainoo’s performance ‘passed the Anfield test’
On Mainoo’s performance, fans on X couldn’t help but talk about how impressed they were with the youngsters display.
One Man United said that Mainoo had ‘passed the Anfield test’ with his classy display.
Mainoo passed the Anfield test pic.twitter.com/tDh8YshDEc
— Deng™ (@UTDDengv2) December 17, 2023
Here are some of our other favourite posts about Mainoo’s performance at Anfield:
Whatever the result here, I just wanna say how happy I am Mainoo is a United player.
Some boy.
— Ste Howson (@MrStephenHowson) December 17, 2023
Why is Mainoo so good at football?
— Morgan (@utdscope) December 17, 2023
Passed the Anfield test with ease.
Build the club around Kobbie Mainoo. pic.twitter.com/Yrz0aMUNlx
— $KM (@yoofnited) December 17, 2023
Kobbie Mainoo appreciation tweet. pic.twitter.com/5IOkJA5pDY
— United Peoples TV (@UnitedPeoplesTV) December 17, 2023
Kobbie Mainoo can’t play at anfield they said what utter stupidity and ignorance 😂😂😂😂
— Abz (@AbzBusquets) December 17, 2023
Kobbie Mainoo is a special talent. United have to incorporate him more and protect him. He’s the only midfielder they have that can remain calm in possession and not hoof the ball. Spectacular performance.
— Liam Canning (@LiamPaulCanning) December 17, 2023
Kobbie Mainoo is a special talent. United have to incorporate him more and protect him. He’s the only midfielder they have that can remain calm in possession and not hoof the ball. Spectacular performance.
— Liam Canning (@LiamPaulCanning) December 17, 2023
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