Declan Rice questions treatment of Kobbie Mainoo at Manchester United
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:10 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Declan Rice expressed confusion over Kobbie Mainoo's lack of playing time at Manchester United during Ruben Amorim's tenure as head coach. Despite the team's midfield struggles, Amorim reportedly preferred Manuel Ugarte over Mainoo, leading to frustration among supporters. Following Amorim's dismissal, Michael Carrick reinstated Mainoo in the starting lineup, where he played a significant role in United finishing third in the Premier League. Mainoo's performances earned him a call-up to the England squad for the World Cup, where Rice had earlier speculated about Mainoo's chances of inclusion.
- •Declan Rice was puzzled by Mainoo's treatment under Ruben Amorim.
- •Mainoo struggled for playtime while United faced midfield issues.
- •Michael Carrick restored Mainoo to the starting XI after taking charge.
- •Mainoo's performances contributed to United securing Champions League football.
- •He received an England call-up ahead of the World Cup.
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