“No one has achieved this feat since Paul Pogba departed the Premier League, not even Kelvin De Bruyne or Bruno Fernandes. However, the 18-year-old effortlessly shattered the record in a single match. This exemplifies the iconic trajectory his career is poised to take.” – Kobbie Mainoo emerges as the initial Man Utd player since Paul Pogba to establish an impressive record against Luton.

In Sunday’s 2-1 victory over Luton, Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo exhibited his talent, echoing the footsteps of Paul Pogba in the process.

Mainoo showcased his prowess as one of the standout performers in a lively showdown at Kenilworth Road. Rasmus Hojlund wasted no time, breaking the deadlock for United a mere 46 seconds into the game, extending his streak of scoring in six consecutive appearances across all competitions.

The Danish midfielder swiftly added to his tally just seven minutes later, propelling Erik ten Hag’s squad towards their fourth consecutive Premier League triumph. Despite Luton’s spirited fightback, which saw Carlton Morris narrowing the deficit in the 14th minute, United found it challenging to maintain dominance against the relentless pressure from Rob Edwards’ side.

Despite Luton’s commendable efforts, including 22 shots aimed at Andre Onana’s goal and commanding 58 percent possession over 90 minutes, they fell short of equalizing, securing a vital win for United. While Ten Hag’s team faced scrutiny from fans, Mainoo’s composed display stood out, elevating him to esteemed company alongside Paul Pogba in a specific statistical category.

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The 18-year-old sensation completed six dribbles against Luton, just one shy of Pogba’s achievement in a game back in April 2022, making them the two United players with the highest dribble counts in a single match since that time.

According to WhoScored, Diogo Dalot was the closest United player to Mainoo’s dribbling tally against Luton with two, while Luton’s Ross Barkley managed five dribbles. Mainoo’s remarkable performances at the club level have ignited discussions about a potential call-up to the England squad for Euro 2024. However, he also holds eligibility to represent Ghana, having previously played for England at various youth levels.

As reported by the Daily Mail, Mainoo has opted to defer making a formal decision about his international future until he is “in contention for competitive senior caps.” This presents Gareth Southgate with an opportunity to persuade the midfielder that his international allegiance lies with England.