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Kobbie Mainoo’s World Cup dream turned sour as the Manchester United star was left on the bench for England’s entire tournament, despite a strong club season and multiple chances to break into the squad. Even when rotation was on the table — including a potential substitute role for Declan Rice — Mainoo was passed over, with reports citing underwhelming training performances. His final hope, a spot in the third-place playoff against France, vanished with an undisclosed injury that kept him off the bench entirely. Now sidelined and visibly demoralized, Mainoo’s quiet, hooded presence contrasts sharply with the tournament’s energy — a stark reminder of how quickly elite talent can be overlooked in the high-stakes world of international football.

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