Keith Andrews admits he was ‘humbled’ by one specific Manchester United player on Monday
There was a mix of shock and respect in Keith Andrews’ reaction after Brentford F.C. were beaten by Manchester United.
Andrews admitted his side had prepared a solid game plan to contain United’s star names, but one player completely disrupted everything they had worked on. He revealed they had not expected him to feature in that role and described him as a future force, adding that he was the main reason Brentford left empty-handed.
The player in question was Kobbie Mainoo.
Used in a more advanced and energetic position than many expected, Mainoo became the driving force behind United’s display. His calmness in possession, sharp movement through tight areas, and confidence to beat opponents repeatedly caused Brentford serious problems throughout the contest.
What stood out most was how unexpected his influence was. Brentford’s preparations had not accounted for him making such a huge impact in that area of the pitch. By the time they tried to adapt, the match had already slipped away from them.
Andrews’ remarks will only increase the excitement surrounding the young midfielder, with many already viewing Mainoo as one of the brightest rising stars in the league.
If he continues producing performances like that, the rest of the league could be in for a serious challenge.
