This article contains affiliate links, and we will receive a commission for any sales generated from it. Ten Hag believes the future is bright for Manchester United following their 2-2 draw with Liverpool. Roy Keane praised Kobbie Mainoo for his stunning goal but also pointed out areas of improvement in his game, highlighting his role in Liverpool’s opening goal. Mainoo’s sensational goal put Manchester United ahead, but Bruno Fernandes’ equalizer and a penalty by Mohamed Salah secured a draw for Liverpool.
This was the third successive match in which Erik ten Hag’s side surrendered a late lead. Despite the impressive comeback, Keane emphasized that Mainoo, at 18 years old, still has a lot to learn and improve, particularly in set-pieces. He praised Mainoo’s goal but stressed the importance of how he copes with the expectations of playing for England. Mainoo expressed his disappointment despite scoring his first goal at Old Trafford, emphasizing the need to address minor mistakes in order to secure a win in such high-profile fixtures.
Overall, the match was a display of Mainoo’s potential and mentality, with Keane acknowledging that he has room for growth and improvement.