Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has shown his generous spirit by helping an England supporter ahead of the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

As England gear up to face Argentina later on Wednesday, Mainoo is still waiting to make his debut appearance in the tournament.

The young midfielder had a brilliant second half of the season after Ruben Amorim’s departure and Michael Carrick’s appointment as Manchester United’s head coach.

Initially sidelined under Amorim, one of Carrick’s earliest decisions was to reinstate Mainoo into the first team — a move that proved highly successful. The Carrington academy graduate played a pivotal role in helping United finish third and secure Champions League qualification after a two-year gap.

Mainoo received a call-up to the England squad from head coach Thomas Tuchel, but he is yet to make an appearance from the bench.

Alongside Saudi Pro League striker Ivan Toney and late addition Trevoh Chalobah, Mainoo remains one of the few outfield players yet to feature for the Three Lions.

In England’s most recent match against Norway, Tuchel opted to deploy Reece James in midfield, with Mainoo observing from the sidelines. However, this has not stopped the United youngster from proving his admirable character off the pitch.

Mainoo stepped forward to help an England fan who had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of dementia, securing him semi-final tickets after the fan made a public appeal.

Brothers Jordan, 31, and Cian, 26, were devastated to learn that they each carry a 99.9 per cent chance of developing frontotemporal dementia in their 40s. Their mother, Geraldine, had been diagnosed with the condition in 2010 and sadly passed away in 2016 at the age of 52.

Despite their circumstances, the Adams brothers achieved the extraordinary feat of completing 33 marathons in 33 consecutive days, raising millions for dementia research.

Jordan shared on social media, “Eight years ago, I was told that I would begin to die in my 40s from the same dementia I watched my mother suffer through.”

He continued, “That’s why I’ve chosen to live life to the fullest. When Jude Bellingham secured our spot in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, I spoke with my amazing wife Agnes and spent my remaining savings on two flights to Atlanta.”

“This has been one of the best weeks of my life. Getting to this game would mean everything to the 15-year-old version of me who once felt hopeless — it would prove that anything is possible if you dream big and go after it.”

“Even if I don’t get a ticket, this is a reminder to everyone — if you’re going to miss the bus, miss it running. Life is short, and death is certain.”

“I will live in spite of dementia and the cruel hand it has dealt my family. So forget dementia, love always. Let’s see the power of people once again.”

In response, Mainoo commented, “I’ve got you, brother.”

Later, Jordan revealed in a video that Mainoo personally messaged him, offering him a ticket to the game. He said he was left “speechless” and found it “unbelievable” that a member of the England squad went out of his way to help.

England’s match against Argentina is scheduled to kick off at 8 pm.