Man Utd star Kobbie Mainoo’s stylish video message to grieving supporter
Manchester United sensation Kobbie Mainoo has despatched a heartfelt message to a grieving fan whose dad handed away final week.
The fan had thanked the 18-year-old for his unimaginable last-minute winner in opposition to Wolves final Thursday, which was {the teenager}’s first Premier League objective.
The fan shared the tragic information about his father on social media the place he spoke about watching his final United sport with him earlier than his unhappy passing, the Mirror experiences.
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“Sadly my father lost his brave battle against cancer yesterday,” the fan wrote. “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’ve by no means willed United to attain greater than that second after which Kobbie Mainoo steps up with an incredible winner. Seeing Dad’s arm within the air, a smile on his face and declaring ‘that is why you watch United’. When he noticed that you just had been doing an interview, he insisted that I keep so he might pay attention.”
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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.”
Mainoo, displaying true character, posted a video message and prolonged an invitation for the fan and their little one to return and watch United at Old Trafford.
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The younger United star replied: “Hi Daniel, Kobbie here. I saw your message on Twitter and was really touched by your story.” I’m actually sorry in regards to the passing of your father and I’m glad you might share such a particular second collectively and I might play a small half in that.”
“I wished to ask you and your son to a sport quickly so we’ll get in contact and get all the pieces sorted. Stay robust and I’ll see you quickly.”
