Kobbie Mainoo

Analysis: Mainoo remains sidelined after picking up an unspecified injury during the 1-1 draw against Tottenham, despite completing the full 90 minutes. The midfielder subsequently missed training and Manchester United's Champions League defeat against Atletico Madrid, with Sunday's absence extending his spell on the sidelines. His unavailability further reduces manager Michael Carrick's midfield options, particularly with Manuel Ugarte also sidelined by a knee injury. Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos have been handed starting roles in central midfield against Leeds, while Mainoo continues working toward his return.

Jul 18, 2026

Out via injury

Mainoo is out for Saturday's clash with France due to injury, England announced. Manager Thomas Tuchel said about his situation "Kobbie was injured in the last training session yesterday morning. He felt a sharp pain in the back", Henry Winter of World Soccer reports.

Analysis: Mainoo missed England's final match in the World Cup, the third-place playoff against France due to an injury. The midfielder is now available to return to Manchester and try to get fit before the Premier League campaign kicks off. Mainoo failed to make an appearance at the World Cup, appearing on the bench for most matches.