Thursday at Wolves, 18-year-old Kobbie Mainoo’s stoppage-time goal secured a 4-3 victory for Manchester United. Indulge in Rio Ferdinand’s elation.

Prior to Mainoo’s late goal, the visitors appeared to have the upper hand in the proceedings at Molineux, but were held back in added time.

Kobbie Mainoo’s stoppage-time winner against Wolves earned him a comparison to players of the highest caliber. 

Mainoo created a SOLO masterpiece

The midfielder for Manchester United has emerged as a vital member of Erik ten Hag’s squad.

Mainoo was likened by Rio Ferdinand to Clarence Seedorf, a four-time Champions League champion.

Ferdinand expressed his admiration for Mainoo’s performance in the moments following the victory; the juvenile defensive midfielder has now made eight consecutive starts in a Manchester United uniform.

Regarding the acclaim Mainoo has thus far garnered, Ferdinand told TNT Sports, “He deserves it,” adding that he is comparable to a legendary figure in the sport.

“I’m not saying he has the same ability or is that player just yet, but if you give me any indication, this gives me Clarence Seedorf vibes,” Ferdinand declared,

“The manner in which you are able to maneuver in tight situations, as well as the manner in which he manipulates the ball at times by shifting it and popping it through [Max] Kilman’s legs.” Quite lovely.

Occasionally elusive as well. Merely possessing the awareness and control necessary to select his location. Certain participants may observe the headlamps and back pages and decide, “I’m going to go for it.” He simply stroked it.’

Considered one of the finest midfielders in history, Seedorf has won the Champions League three times with Ajax, Real Madrid, and AC Milan.

Joleon Lescott, a fellow commentator and former Wolves defender, also commented on Mainoo.

“He maintained a composed demeanor throughout the entire game,” Lescott said. “Although it’s difficult to notice at the moment, the starting position is crucial for that action.”

I believe that he was simply behind the curve. Therefore, in the event of a breakdown, he will be in an ideal position to resume the аssаult.

Mainoo’s statistics in this match were also noteworthy: two successful dribbles, one hundred percent won tackles, six recoveries, and seven won duels.

The English football press also noted that Mainoo’s performance in this match was exceptionally mature. The 18-year-old player, along with Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes, both seniors, dominates the midfield. Man United is incredibly simple to beаt due to its command of the midfield, as evidenced by the strikers’ five goals.

Following Mainoo’s performance, both his teammates and Manchester United supporters showered the English player with commendations. Mainoo is regarded by Rasmus Hojlund as the prodigy of this generation. Diogo Dalot considers Mainoo to be an exceptional performer.

As soon as Marcus Rashford returned to the Manchester United squad after serving a disciplinary sanction, he scored within the initial five minutes. Rasmus Hojlund extended the lead to 2-0 at halftime.

The hosts were given a reprieve by a controversial penalty kιck, and Scott McTominay appeared to have sealed the deal with 15 minutes remaining at 3-1.

However, Pedro Neto appeared to have snatched a point for Wolves prior to Mainoo’s late goal, and Kilman’s 85th-minute goal set the stage for a tense conclusion.

On Sunday afternoon, Manchester United returns to action as they host West Ham. After seven days, they make their way to Aston Villa.