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Owen Hargreaves sees echoes of George Best in present Man United star
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Manchester United made light work of Tottenham on Saturday, and one player in particular caught the eye of Owen Hargreaves.
Another three points at Old Trafford saw Manchester United move closer to Champions League qualification. It is now four straight wins, and this weekend's 2-0 victory over Spurs probably did not tell the full story of how dominant the hosts were.
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This time it was Tottenham's turn to come up short, with even a 2-0 defeat perhaps flattering them. Once again, United looked a class above their opponents.
Michael Carrick managed his side well against a Spurs team that finished with 10 men, providing a learning moment for Ruben Amorim.
The match highlighted some ongoing questions about Amorim's talent identification, as one player continued to prove him wrong.
Kobbie Mainoo 's standout showing against Spurs gets Owen Hargreaves' attention
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Kobbie Mainoo has found his form again, and against Tottenham, he may have delivered his most complete performance since Michael Carrick took charge.
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It is always encouraging to see a player like Mainoo thriving at Old Trafford. The 20-year-old represents everything the club stands for, and Owen Hargreaves drew an eye-catching parallel during the match.
Speaking to TNT Sports, Hargreaves was full of praise for the young Briton, even likening his playing style and confidence to Manchester United great George Best.
"Kobbie was fantastic again", he began by saying.
"I've never seen him have a bad game. I can't believe how talented he is. He looks like he's playing in the park with his mates.
"This club's all about the academy, players like George Best playing with flair and risk, Kobbie's that kind of player."
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Mainoo had 95 touches against Tottenham and looked completely comfortable in midfield. He completed two dribbles, played 10 passes into the final third, and created four chances overall.
Kobbie Mainoo shows his true worth to Manchester United
Mainoo is not just one of Manchester United's standout performers at the moment – he also symbolises what the club stands for.
United have always been built on youth, bravery, and success. Mainoo's rise from the academy ranks to becoming one of the top midfielders in England fits that tradition perfectly.
Beyond his impact on the pitch, the 20-year-old midfielder plays a key role in reminding everyone at United what the club is about. That connection to tradition matters, especially for young players in the academy who are looking up to him as an example.
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This week, Jacob Devaney spoke about wanting to follow in Mainoo's footsteps, and stories like that show why having visible pathways is so important for young players coming through.
It is worth remembering Amorim's part in his early struggles. In some ways, it went against everything United believe in.
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