English footballer's brother starred in reality show that's coming to Croatia

While English footballer Kobbie Mainoo did not play in the World Cup match against Croatia, a lesser-known family detail has intrigued the home audience.

His older brother, Jordan Mainoo-Hames, 31, became a public figure in 2019 after appearing on the fifth season of the popular British reality show "Love Island." Unlike many reality stars who fade from the spotlight, Jordan leveraged his fame to build a successful modeling career, working with luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Jean Paul Gaultier. He also works as a DJ and is involved in real estate development in his native Manchester. His Instagram account boasts over 660,000 followers.

Both brothers shared a passion for football in their youth. Jordan played in the youth categories for Manchester City and Rochdale, but career-ending injuries forced him to stop. While Kobbie honed his skills on the field, Jordan captured attention in the "Love Island" villa until just before the finale. His time on the show was marked by a tumultuous romance with contestant Anna Vakili, which ended abruptly when he showed interest in another participant.

Despite their different paths, Jordan is a strong supporter of his younger brother. Last December, he wore a shirt reading "Free Kobbie Mainoo" to a match, alluding to the young player's uncertain status at the club at the time. This support led to a humorous anecdote in the Manchester United locker room, where Kobbie's teammates nicknamed him "Love Island" due to his brother's reality TV fame.

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