Mancheter United fans are furious after Kobbie Mainoo snubs Cristiano Ronaldo when naming his three biggest Man Utd idols How can he do something like that 😡💔
Playing for a renowned club like Manchester United comes with a rich tapestry of history and a legacy adorned with legendary players. Among these luminaries stands Cristiano Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or recipient, whose illustrious career blossomed at Old Trafford during the 2000s before his historic transfer to Real Madrid, and subsequently, his triumphant return to United in 2021.
Though Ronaldo’s departure from the club occurred just before Mainoo’s senior debut, it’s plausible that Mainoo had the privilege of sharing training sessions with the Portuguese maestro. However, in a surprising turn of events, when asked to identify his top three United icons during an interview with BBC Radio 5 Live, Mainoo opted not to include Ronaldo in his list.
Instead, he singled out Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, and Eric Cantona as his United icons of choice. Rooney, boasting the record for the highest number of goals scored in a United jersey, epitomizes the club’s attacking prowess. Scholes, revered as one of the Premier League’s most formidable midfielders, embodies the epitome of technical brilliance and strategic acumen.
While Cantona’s era predates Mainoo’s time, the Frenchman remains an enigmatic figure whose aura transcends mere on-field achievements, symbolizing the essence of United’s ethos and culture.
Mainoo’s selections underscore the enduring legacy and cultural significance of these United stalwarts, demonstrating his profound respect for the club’s heritage, despite his lack of firsthand experience during Cantona’s reign. While some eyebrows may be raised at Ronaldo’s conspicuous absence from his list, Mainoo’s choices are undeniably deserving of acknowledgment and reverence.
