Manchester United fan gets rude shock after comparing Kobiee Mainoo to Real Madrid's Toni Kroos

A Manchester United fan recently found themselves in a rather embarrassing situation after attempting to compare young talent Kobbie Mainoo to the seasoned veteran Toni Kroos of Real Madrid.

The comparison, sparked by a poll conducted by football data specialists Squawka, ended up drawing ridicule on social media platforms.

Football data specialists Squawka conducted a poll to identify potential replacements for Germany international Toni Kroos at Real Madrid.

The poll compared three players – Girona’s Alex Garcia, Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez, and Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold – to Kroos. Squawka then invited their audience to suggest any other potential replacements they might have missed.

In response to Squawka's call for suggestions, a Manchester United fan proposed 18-year-old midfielder Kobiee Mainoo as a potential replacement for Kroos. However, the comparison quickly turned sour as it became evident that Mainoo paled in comparison to the illustrious career and skillset of Kroos.

Upon closer examination, it became clear that Kroos overshadowed Mainoo in virtually all aspects of the game. The stark difference in experience, accolades, and performance levels between the two players made the comparison seem absurd.

The misguided comparison between Mainoo and Kroos quickly became the subject of mockery on social media, particularly on the platform formerly known as Twitter, now referred to as X. Rival fans wasted no time in trolling the audacity of the Manchester United fan for daring to equate their young prospect with a player of Kroos's caliber, who boasts five Champions League titles and a World Cup victory to his name.

The unfortunate attempt by a Manchester United fan to compare Kobiee Mainoo to Toni Kroos serves as a reminder of the vast gap between potential and proven performance in the world of football. While Mainoo may have a promising future ahead of him, attempting to match him against a seasoned professional like Kroos proved to be a futile endeavour.

As the saga unfolded on social media, it served as a cautionary tale against premature comparisons and the importance of acknowledging the achievements and abilities of established stars like Kroos.