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Withdraws from international duty Mainoo will miss England's upcoming Nations League matches after withdrawing from the squad due to an unspecified issue, according to the club.

Impact Mainoo will use the international break to recover from an unspecified issue after starting each of Manchester United's last four Premier League matches. The midfielder has scored once and created seven chances during that four-match run, establishing himself as a regular part of manager Michael Carrick's midfield. He'll hope to be available against Tottenham on Oct. 10, when Carlos Baleba could provide increased competition for his starting role.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold recalled by England after being dropped for the World Cup

Cole Palmer has been called up to the England squad after being controversially omitted from the World Cup

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Creates three chances Mainoo recorded one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Mainoo was once again starting for United, his third straight start to open the season after coming in from the bench in the season opener. He would earn three chances created and a shot in the loss, with those amounting to nothing. His defensive role in the midfield does limit some of his attacking ability, although he does have an assist in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Referees body admits 'error of judgment' after Haaland goal against Man United

The governing body of Premier League referees has admitted an “error of judgment” after Erling Haaland’s hotly contested goal settled the 199th Manchester derby

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Assists in draw Mainoo assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Everton.

Impact Mainoo created a pair of chances and provided one assist during Sunday's draw. The midfielder didn't get too involved in the match, but he did well when he got on the ball finding some good passes to try and get the attack involved. In the end his performance earned an assist, though the lack of volume elsewhere makes his floor a bit riskier.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Why Kobbie Mainoo Is Not Part of Man Utd's 2026–27 Premier League Squad Each club must name a squad capped at 25 players, with certain exceptions and rules.

SEPTEMBER 3 • SI.COM

Three shots on starting lineup return Mainoo had three shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town.

Impact Mainoo came into the starting lineup, having been on the bench against Hull. The midfielder took three shots in the game but was unable to find the target. He made a strong carry and a great pass through which led to the foul on Matheus Cunha which gained the penalty for the third goal.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Carrick claims one other Manchester United star deserves praise alongside hat-trick hero Bruno Fernandes after Ipswich win Manchester United's head coach has claimed Kobbie Mainoo deserves to be lauded alongside Bruno Fernandes for his role in their 5-2 win over Ipswich.

AUGUST 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Makes bench for final friendly Mainoo (back) makes the bench for Saturday's final friendly against AC Milan, the club posted.

Impact Mainoo's inclusion follows a preseason spent managing a back issue, having been left out of the previous match against Leeds United while coach Michael Carrick said at the time he wasn't quite ready and was being held back for this fixture. Despite being relegated to a backup role for England at the World Cup, he remains one of United's most reliable options, though he'll face competition for minutes from offseason signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos as he builds toward a fuller workload heading into the new 2026/27 Premier League season.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for Milan clash Mainoo (back) has been included in Manchester United's squad for Saturday's friendly against AC Milan, the club announced.

Impact Mainoo's inclusion follows a preseason spent managing a back issue, having been left out of the previous match against Leeds while coach Michael Carrick said he wasn't quite ready and was being held back for this game. Despite being relegated to a backup role for England at the World Cup, he remains one of United's most reliable options and should provide steady passing and defensive numbers once fully up to speed, though he'll face competition for minutes from offseason signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Mainoo is expected to build toward a fuller workload as the new season approaches.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back after midweek absence Mainoo (back) could return to action in the final offseason friendly against Milan after missing the previous game against Leeds and being mentioned by manager Michael Carrick. "Ma...

Impact Mainoo has been denied an appearance in the preseason period while he recovers from his back issue, but he has trained and slowly regained form before official action kicks off. Despite being relegated to a backup role for England during the recent World Cup, the young midfielder is still one of his club's most reliable options and should be a solid source of passing and defensive numbers once he's ready for a full workload. However, he'll contend for playing time with offseason signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play against Leeds Mainoo is unlikely to feature against Leeds United at Croke Park on Wednesday after only completing a handful of training sessions but is likely to play at least 30 minutes against...

Impact Mainoo's back injury kept him out of England's last World Cup fixture, but he looked to have put that behind him upon returning to Manchester United's pre-season camp in Dublin on Monday. However, with only a limited number of training sessions under his belt since rejoining the group, he is not expected to feature against Leeds United at Croke Park on Wednesday. Instead, United appear to be targeting Saturday's friendly against AC Milan as his return point, with around half an hour planned to help him build match fitness ahead of the competitive campaign.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Reports to training Mainoo (back) reported to pre-season training, according to his club.

Impact Mainoo is back with his teammates as they prepare for the new season, with the midfielder joining them for pre-season training. This is after he was injured in a training session with England while at the World Cup, meaning this is his first time back on the training pitch since the injury. This is a good sign for the team, as he could now feature in a friendly ahead of the start of the season, looking to be a regular option for Michael Carrick if he can remain fit.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join United in Dublin Mainoo (back) is set to join Manchester United's squad during the club's training week in Dublin beginning August 10, following his injury suffered in England's final World Cup tra...

Impact Mainoo did not play a single minute for England at the World Cup, a curious outcome given his ball retention skills seemed suited to the type of pressure Argentina and Mexico applied, and he was in contention to feature in the third place playoff before the back issue ruled him out. The injury is not expected to have any bearing on his return to United, and the three week break is instead being viewed as useful time for him to reset mentally after watching the tournament from the bench, with the friendly against Leeds United at Croke Park on Aug. 12 a likely target for his reintegration.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out via injury Mainoo is out for Saturday's clash with France due to injury, England announced.

Impact Mainoo missed England's final match in the World Cup, the third-place playoff against France due to an injury. The midfielder is now available to return to Manchester and try to get fit before the Premier League campaign kicks off. Mainoo failed to make an appearance at the World Cup, appearing on the bench for most matches.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd open formal talks for Mateus Fernandes but set strict conditions to avoid summer bidding war for West Ham player

Manchester United have officially opened negotiations with West Ham for midfielder Mateus Fernandes as the club accelerates its summer recru...

JUNE 8 • goal

Man Utd open formal talks for Mateus Fernandes but set strict conditions to avoid summer bidding war for West Ham player

Grading The Best Deals Of The 2026 Summer Transfer Window So Far

Throughout the summer window, we will be grading every done deal as it happens, letting you track the big winners — and losers — of transfer...

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

Grading The Best Deals Of The 2026 Summer Transfer Window So Far

Additional midfield option Mainoo has been named in England's World Cup squad and is expected to provide manager Thomas Tuchel with a technically assured and composed midfield option capable of stepping in a...

Impact Mainoo ended the season having made 28 Premier League appearances for Manchester United, contributing one goal and two assists across 1,654 minutes in a campaign that saw him sign a new long-term contract extension to 2031, further underlining the club's belief in his development trajectory after the departure of coach Ruben Amorim who limited his playing time. The young midfielder brings dribbling ability, composure under pressure and the intelligence to operate in tight spaces that makes him a natural fit in any possession-based midfield system, and his previous tournament experience at Euro 2024 gives him a familiarity with the big-occasion environment. Mainoo heads into the World Cup as one of the most technically gifted young midfielders in the squad and a player who could play a crucial role if England reach the later stages of the competition.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bruno Fernandes, Nico O'Reilly Earn End Of Season Player Honors

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City's versatile academy graduate Nico O'Reilly earned of the season honors.

MAY 23 • FOX SPORTS

Bruno Fernandes, Nico O'Reilly Earn End Of Season Player Honors

Manchester United makes Carrick permanent coach on 2-year contract

Michael Carrick has been handed a two-year contract by Manchester United after passing his audition for the job of head coach

MAY 22 • Associated Press

England 2026 World Cup squad: Jude Bellingham & Noni Madueke in as Phil Foden & Cole Palmer miss out on places in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man party

England manager Thomas Tuchel has named his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Jude Bellingham and Noni Madueke among those to get th...

MAY 22 • goal

England 2026 World Cup squad: Jude Bellingham & Noni Madueke in as Phil Foden & Cole Palmer miss out on places in Thomas Tuchel's 26-man party

Michael Carrick, you're hired! Man Utd reach 'broad agreement' to name interim head coach as permanent boss

Manchester United are set to hire Michael Carrick on a permanent basis after reaching an agreement with the interim head coach. The former E...

MAY 15 • goal

Michael Carrick, you're hired! Man Utd reach 'broad agreement' to name interim head coach as permanent boss

Mainoo is 'the present' at Man Utd, insists Casemiro Kobbie Mainoo has enjoyed a resurgence at Manchester United, and Casemiro believes the youngster can be key to the club's immediate success.

MAY 13 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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MAY 5 • YOUTUBE

Scores winner Mainoo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 win against Liverpool.

Impact Mainoo scored a heroic goal during the second half, finishing with aplomb to send the United fans into rapture with a huge win over a struggling Liverpool side. At the start of the season Mainoo seemed to be on the outside of the squad looking in. Now he's scored a huge derby goal and extended his stay with the club for a further five years.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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