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Tino Livramento praises Kobbie Mainoo's skills during England training

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Tino Livramento praises Kobbie Mainoo's skills during England training

Summary

Newcastle defender Tino Livramento expressed admiration for Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo during a training session with England. Livramento highlighted Mainoo's exceptional ability to play two-touch, noting his precise passing and flicks. Mainoo is preparing for the upcoming World Cup in North America, where England is looking to make history. This tournament marks Mainoo's first World Cup appearance, although he previously participated in Euro 2020 as a key player for the national team. England will play a friendly against Costa Rica on Wednesday before their World Cup opener against Croatia next week.

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By the Numbers

•Tino Livramento spoke highly of Kobbie Mainoo's training skills.
•Mainoo and Marcus Rashford are the only Manchester United players in the squad.
•Mainoo previously struggled for playing time but has regained form under manager Michael Carrick.
•England will face Costa Rica in a friendly before the World Cup begins.
•The World Cup opens for England against Croatia next week.

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Newcastle defender Tino Livramento has admitted being stunned by something he has seen Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo do in England training.History beckonsMainoo and his England teammates will b...
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