Kobbie Mainoo remains sidelined during England's World Cup matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 8:17 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Kobbie Mainoo, 21, has yet to play for England during the 2026 World Cup. His absence from the team’s lineup comes despite participation in previous friendlies. Discussion on a podcast highlighted frustration over his lack of minutes, particularly during the group stage. Commentators suggested that without further matches, Mainoo's only chance to play may come if England ends up in the third-place game, following a semi-final loss.
- •Kobbie Mainoo has not featured for England in the World Cup so far.
- •He has not earned a competitive cap since September 2024.
- •Mainoo played in each of England's last four friendlies before the tournament.
- •Podcast commentators expressed disappointment over his lack of playing time.
- •Mainoo's potential opportunity to play hinges on England's progression.
- 8:17 AMYahoo Sports — 'It's a joke' Mainoo has had no World Cup minutes
"On the latest episode of The Devils' Advocate, Joe McGrath and Gaz Drinkwater discuss Kobbie Mainoo's lack of minutes for England at the 2026 World Cup. The 21-year-old is yet to feature for the Three Lions.
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