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Man United fans hail Kobbie Mainoo's 'composure' and 'elegance' after footage emerges of teenager bailing out Scott McTominay after the Scot comically boots the ball into him

Manchester United supporters have hailed Kobbie Mainoo's composure after footage emerged of the midfielder reacting quickly being struck by a pass from Scott McTominay during their FA Cup third round win over Wigan.

The pair started in the centre of Man United's midfield against the League One club, as manager Erik ten Hag named a strong side at the DW Stadium.

Man United emerged as 2-0 winners through a Diogo Dalot effort and a Bruno Fernandes penalty.

Supporters reacted to a clip of Mainoo winning back possession, before being struck by a pass from McTominay that saw Wigan regain the ball.