Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has received his first England senior call-up ahead of their two friendlies, the national team said Tuesday, after the youngster's impressive run at the Premier League club.
The 18-year old, who was initially part of the Under-21s squad for this month's U-21 Euro 2025 qualifiers, has been drafted into manager Gareth Southgate's team for matches at Wembley against Brazil Saturday and Belgium next Tuesday.
Mainoo is a graduate of United's youth academy and has made 14 appearances for the Old Trafford side in the Premier League this season.
"It's an honor to receive my first senior call-up," Mainoo posted on Instagram.
Mainoo, who has represented England at U-17, U-18 and U-19 levels, reported to St. George's Park Tuesday.
Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite and Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon were also handed their first international call-ups by Southgate last week.
