Kobbie Mainoo: Manchester United Star Shows Maturity After Euro 2024 Heartbreak
- Kobbie Mainoo has broken his silence following England's defeat in the final of the just-ended 2024 European Championship
- The 19-year-old rapidly became one of England's most important players despite not being a regular at the start of the Euros
- He will enjoy a few days rest before linking up with his Manchester United teammates for pre-season ahead of the new campaign
England starlet Kobbie Mainoo has shown remarkable maturity despite the disappointment of losing the 2024 European Championship to Spain on Sunday, July 14.
The Manchester United midfielder of Ghanaian heritage has experienced a rapid rise from academy football to the highest level in just a few months.
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According to Transfermarkt, Mainoo played a crucial role in England’s journey to the Euro 2024 final, appearing in six matches during the tournament.
Initially not a regular in Gareth Southgate's squad, Mainoo fought his way into the team, bolstering a 'malnourished' midfield and becoming an essential part of the Three Lions setup.
While he hoped for a dream ending in his debut senior international tournament, it wasn't meant to be.
Nico Williams and Mikel Oyarzabal's goals overshadowed Cole Palmer's stunning long-range effort as Spain claimed the Henri Delaunay trophy over Mainoo's England.
After the match, photos captured the youngster's visible devastation at missing out on becoming a continental champion.
Despite the setback, Mainoo reflected maturely on the events which transpired at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
"Devastated to fall short but proud and grateful to compete in my first major international tournament for my country. We will be back, " he wrote on Instagram.
What's next for Kobbie Mainoo?
Mainoo will get an extended break after the Euros before joining his Manchester United teammates for pre-season.
Sky Sports reports that the Red Devils lost 1-0 to Norwegian side Rosenborg in their first pre-season friendly on Monday, July 15.
Kobbie Mainoo sets record vs Netherlands
In an earlier publication, Briefly News reported that while Watkins grabbed the spotlight, it was Ghanaian-born English midfielder Mainoo who was the unsung hero, anchoring England's midfield.
The 19-year-old set a record as the youngest player in European Championship history to feature in a semi-final for England.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
