Manchester United’s young midfielder, Kobbie Mainoo, has received his maiden call-up to the England squad for the upcoming friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. Originally part of the under-21s squad, Mainoo’s exceptional performance has earned him a spot in Gareth Southgate’s senior team.
Mainoo, aged 18, hails from Stockport and has showcased his talents across various youth levels for England. Making his debut for Manchester United against Everton in November, he has since impressed with his skills, earning 19 appearances and scoring crucial goals for the club.
Notable Additions to the Squad Joining Kobbie Mainoo
Joining Mainoo in the squad are Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon and Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, both receiving their first senior call-ups. Brentford striker Ivan Toney makes a return after serving an eight-month ban for breaching FA betting rules.
The England squad, consisting of 26 players, includes seasoned veterans and promising talents across various positions. With the final games before Euro 2024 approaching, Southgate aims to finalize his squad with a blend of experience and youth.
Looking Ahead 7. As England prepares for challenging encounters against Brazil and Belgium, the inclusion of Mainoo signifies the nation’s commitment to nurturing young talent and building a competitive team for future tournaments.
Full England Squad
Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone (Crystal Palace), Jordan Pickford (Everton), Aaron Ramsdale (Arsenal)
Defenders: Jarrad Branthwaite (Everton), Ben Chilwell (Chelsea), Lewis Dunk (Brighton), Joe Gomez (Liverpool), Ezri Konsa (Aston Villa), Harry Maguire (Man Utd), John Stones (Man City), Kyle Walker (Man City) 11. Midfielders: Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid), Conor Gallagher (Chelsea), Jordan Henderson (Ajax), James Maddison (Tottenham), Declan Rice (Arsenal), Kobbie Mainoo (Man Utd)
Forwards: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham), Phil Foden (Man City), Anthony Gordon (Newcastle), Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), Cole Palmer (Chelsea), Marcus Rashford (Man United), Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Ivan Toney (Brentford), Ollie Watkins (Aston Villa)