Video: Manchester United U18s lift Premier League Cup after 2-1 win over rivals

Manchester United U18s were crowned Premier League Cup champions following a 2-1 win over rivals Man City at Leigh Sports Village on Tuesday evening.

The Reds took an early lead thanks to Ethan Wheatley, who scored a first-half brace, after striking on eight and 25 minutes.

The centre-forward collected a long ball from James Nolan before scoring from the right side of the box. He left the goalkeeper with no chance.

Wheatley doubled United’s advantage after 25 minutes.

Those goals proved decisive and earned United both the derby bragging rights and the silverware.

A special moment for our young Reds! 😍

🏆 #U18PLCup #MUFC || #MUAcademy pic.twitter.com/azlzUMqERQ

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 23, 2024

Always great to see @ManUtd lift silverware, last night it was the U18’s who won the U18 Premier League Cup, completing a league and cup double by beating Man City 2-1. with a brace from Ethan Wheatley.

Youth. Courage. Success.

⚽️🏆🇾🇪 #MUFC #MUAcademy pic.twitter.com/O2gctLiyRp

— Ramannjit Paul (@Raman7Paul) April 24, 2024

United’s U18s won the Premier League North division last week, so we’ve got another promising crop of young players coming through the ranks.

Another special moment for Adam Lawrence’s side as United continue to produce the best young players in England.

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