06 February 2024 , 20:29
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Manchester United star Kobbie Mainoo has sent a touching message to a Red Devils fan whose father passed away last week.
The teenage sensation was the subject of a tweet from one United, which thanked Mainoo for his astonishing last-gasp winner away at Wolves last Thursday. The goal was the 18-year-old's first in the Premier League and capped off a stellar display from the academy graduate.
It also clearly meant more to one fan than most, with the supporter forever remembering Mainoo's moment of magic. The post read: "Really keen to try and get someone at Man Utd or @MU_Foundation get this message to Kobbie, so any shares or retweets would be much appreciated.
"Sadly my Father lost his brave battle against cancer yesterday. The last game we watched together was the Wolves game, just the two of us in his hospital room. When Wolves equalised we were both so frustrated.
"I have never willed United to score more than that moment and then Kobbie Mainoo steps up with an amazing winner. Seeing Dad's arm in the air, a smile on his face and declaring 'that’s why you watch United'. When he saw that you were doing an interview, he insisted that I stay so he could listen.
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"I know football should be about winning trophies, but you will never score a more important goal for our family Kobbie. You are already a hero in our household and you are now my 7 year old's favourite player. Thank you for a truly brilliant and special moment. I am sure your career will bring many of them."
With a remarkable show of class and compassion, Mainoo uploaded a video message for the supporter in question and extended an invite to the fan and their son to come and watch United in action at Old Trafford.
United's newest star replied: "Hi Daniel, Kobbie here. I saw your message on Twitter and was really touched by your story.
"I'm really sorry about the passing of your father and I'm glad you could share such a special moment together and I could play a small part in that.
"I wanted to invite you and your son to a game soon so we'll get in touch and get everything sorted. Stay strong and I'll see you soon."