Bendito Mantato
Bendito Boanova Mantato is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward or a fullback for Manchester United.
Club career
Mantato joined Manchester United aged nine, in 2017. Since then, he has progressed through various youth levels, and is currently part of the U18 team. On 28 February 2025, Mantato scored a 99th minute winner against Arsenal in the FA Youth Cup quarterfinals to help United win the game 3–2.Mantato made his senior debut for Manchester United on 30 December 2025, coming on as a substitute for Manuel Ugarte in the 75th minute of a Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Manchester United went on to draw the game 1-1.
International career
Of Angolan descent, Mantato is eligible to play for the Angola national team. However, born in England, he has chosen to represent the Three Lions at youth level, making appearances for the U15, U16, and U17 teams.On 3 September 2025, Mantato made his England U18 debut during a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan.
On 21 October 2025, Mantato was included in the England squad for the 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup. He provided an assist for a goal by Luca Williams-Barnett during a group stage victory over Haiti. Mantato also started in their round of sixteen elimination by Austria.