United Indonesia - Manchester United Indonesia Supporters Club
Register
Go Back   United Indonesia - Manchester United Indonesia Supporters Club > INSIDE MANCHESTER UNITED > United Previews and Reviews > Archives > Archives 2010/2011

Old 27-10-2009, 09:56 AM   #21
sir_otz
first team
Aku adalah Aku
 
 
sir_otz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Anywhere
Posts: 2,865
Thanks: 57
Thanked 891 Times in 403 Posts
Mentioned: 30 Post(s)
sir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nice


Default Re: United Academy Match

Training camp in Malta

The United Academy team flew out to Malta after the 2-2 draw with Wolves on Saturday for a training camp.

The team expects to stay on the Mediterranean island for a week given that there is a blank fixture next weekend.

Apparently the Reds have lined up a friendly game with Hibernians of Malta on Thursday.

Hibernians have previous history with United as we played them in the opening round of the 1967/68 European Cup going on to lift the trophy.


===================================
Man Utd Academy Lands in Malta today
Written by Joseph Tedesco
SUNDAY, 25 OCTOBER 2009

A group of highly promising and talented football players from the Man United Academy led by Head Coach Paul Mc Guinness will arrive in Malta today for a one week training camp.

Academy Squad List
Players


Nicholas Ajose
Robert Brady
Reece Brown
John Cofie
Larnell Cole
Joseph Coll
Conor Devlin
Michele Fornasier
Ezekiel Fryers
Luke Giverin
Michael Keane
Thomas Lawrence
Jesse Lingard
Alberto Massacci
Sean McGinty
Benjamin Pearson
Davide Petrucci
Paul Pogba
Ryan Tunnicliffe
Scott Wootton

Staff
David Bushell
John Cooke
Paul McGuinness
Richard Merron

Unfortunately John Cofie was taken ill yesterday and will have to miss the trip. Robert Brady got injured during the 2-2 draw with Wolverhmpton Wanderers yesterday at Wolves Training Grounds and is not yet sure about his availaibility. MUSC Malta wish John and Robert speedy recoveries.

Code:
http://manutd-malta.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=232&Itemid=1
sir_otz is offline  
Old 31-10-2009, 09:32 AM   #22
sir_otz
first team
Aku adalah Aku
 
 
sir_otz's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Anywhere
Posts: 2,865
Thanks: 57
Thanked 891 Times in 403 Posts
Mentioned: 30 Post(s)
sir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nicesir_otz is just really nice


Default Re: United Academy Match

Manchester United's Academy squad concluded its training camp in Malta with a friendly match against a Hibs youth selection at Corradino yesterday evening. The English side, led by coach Paul McGuinness, spent four days in Malta where they had regular training sessions at the Hibs Ground to fine-tune their preparations for their forthcoming commitments this season. United won the match 3-1 with their goals coming from Nicky Ajose, Ryan Tunnicliffe and Tom Lawrence. Hibs goal was scored by Bjorn Kristensen.

United
1. Conor Devlin
2. Alberto Massacci
3. Zeki Fryers
4. Scott Wootton
5. Sean McGinty
6. Ryan Tunnicliffe
7. Larnell Cole
8. Paul Pogba
9. Nicky Ajose
10. Davide Petrucci
11. Robbie Brady (c)





__________________

To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
sir_otz is offline  
Old 08-11-2009, 02:55 PM   #23
rondwisan
moderator
udah sebelas yaa :)
 
 
rondwisan's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Soe Rock Bo Yo - Nga Lam vv
Posts: 35,048
Thanks: 1,500
Thanked 4,736 Times in 2,701 Posts
Mentioned: 567 Post(s)
rondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond repute
Visit rondwisan's Facebook Visit rondwisan's Twitter
Default Re: United Reserve Matches

Quote:
Premier Academy League
Carrington, 7 November 2009

MANCHESTER UNITED 5
Keane 28, Morrison 52, Tunnicliffe 65, Cole 75, Pogba pen 90


BOLTON WANDERERS 1
07/11/2009 13:10 - ManUtd.com, Ben Hibbs
U18s: United 5 Bolton 1



United's Under-18s hit five past Bolton Wanderers on Saturday at Carrington - including a first goal for French starlet Paul Pogba and an impressive display from Italian Davide Petrucci on his first start since February.


It was all about United's four-goal display after the break, and although Bolton may feel hard done by at the scoreline, the Reds were just to good and clinical going forward, with Will Keane the master craftsman, scoring one and making two others.

It was entertaining stuff in the early stages with both teams playing positive football.

But after 28 minutes, and with United settled, forward John Cofie burst through the Wanderers defence. He was brought down as he rounded the keeper, but Will Keane was on hand to continue his fine recent scoring form, tapping in to make it 1-0.

Nicky Ajose was fortunate not to concede a penalty later in the half as the game became scrappy - it was a decision that infuriated Bolton, but nevertheless the half ended with United in front.

Cofie was replaced at half time by Morrison, and after the break United really began to press the visitors. The Reds substitute and Petrucci showed their creative talents on several occasions.

And it was Wythenshawe-born Morrison who got United's second. Keane's fine work in the build-up should be noted, leaving Morrison to apply a characteristically cool finish seven minutes after the restart.

Just over ten minutes later United grabbed a third. Ajose was the architect with some fine work on the left flank, pulling the ball back for Ryan Tunnicliffe to turn in a brilliant half-volley.

Petrucci, who recently returned from eight months on the sidelines, made way after 69 minutes and can feel pleased with his contribution.

But the change didn't stifle United's attacking intent. In fact his replacement, Larnell Cole, soon made it 4-0. Keane was again involved as he set Cole on his way before the young attacker calmly stroked the ball into the back of the net.

Bolton pulled a goal back, but when Reds left-back Zeki Fryers was clumsily brought down in the area, French midfielder Pogba wasn't going to pass up the opportunity to get his first U18s goal and complete a very satisfying afternoon's work for the young Reds.

United: Devlin; Massacci, Fornasier, Thorpe, Fryers; Petrucci (Cole 69), Tunnicliffe, Pogba, Ajose (McGinty 84); W.Keane, Cofie (Morrison 46).
Sub not used: Johnstone.
__________________
“Let’s not underestimate the other teams. They are very good teams and there are a lot of games to play before the end of the season. We’re in a good position. But that means nothing if you don’t win the next game.” - Dimitar Berbatov
rondwisan is offline  
Old 21-11-2009, 08:09 PM   #24
hendiplast
captain
ONE OK ROCK - The Beginning
 
 
hendiplast's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: http://www.last.fm/user/hendiplast
Posts: 7,953
Thanks: 925
Thanked 1,534 Times in 978 Posts
Mentioned: 1 Post(s)
hendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to beholdhendiplast is a splendid one to behold


Default Re: United Academy Match

21/11/2009 11:38, Report by Ben Hibbs



U18s: Liverpool 1 United 3

Premier Academy League
Saturday 21 November, 2009

LIVERPOOL 1

MANCHESTER UNITED 3
Keane 16, 75 Ajose 54


Will Keane continued his excellent record in front of goal to inspire a 3-1 victory for United over arch-rivals Liverpool.

The in-form Stockport-born striker scored twice and had a hand in United’s other goal from Nicky Ajose. He has now scored seven goals in his last four games.

The Reds were suffering from a host of absentees as Scott Wootton was out through suspension, while Ravel Morrison, John Cofie, Reece Brown, Robbie Brady, Alberto Massacci and Michele Fornasier were all missing from the starting line-up. Despite that, it didn’t seem to affect Paul McGuinness’ side as United took the lead after 16 minutes of a commanding display.

And this was the silky-skilled Keane at his finest. From Ajose’s left-wing cross, Keane’s first touch was delightfully delicate to bring the ball into his possession. Then, surrounded by Liverpool defenders, his neat footwork engineered some space before he curled his shot expertly into the far corner.

The Reds assumed control as the half wore on and Keane went close to a second with a header inside the six-yard box, while Davide Petrucci fired narrowly wide after good work on the edge of the area.

At the other end, Reds goalkeeper Conor Devlin saved brilliantly from Thomas Ince’s free-kick midway through the first half, and the same Liverpool player forced another fine low stop from Devlin just before the break.

Liverpool started the second half brightly with one or two attacking forays, but it was United who got the game’s next goal on 54

minutes. Good work from Paul Pogba in midfield and a nice turn and pass by Keane set Ajose on his way down the left channel. The livewire winger raced into the box and then lashed his left-footed shot into the top corner.

In the 75th minute Keane made sure of all three points for the dominant visitors. He capitalised on some slack defending from the home side before firing the ball left-footed through a defender’s legs and into the bottom corner.

The only blot on United’s copybook came in the dying stages when Adam Pepper’s free-kick made it’s way through a posse of bodies in the box and beat Devlin, denying the Reds a deserved clean sheet.

Nevertheless, it was a good victory to keep up the pressure on Premier Academy League Group C leaders Blackburn Rovers, and is good preparation ahead of the forthcoming FA Youth Cup third round tie against Birmingham City on Thursday 10 December.

United: Devlin; Tunnicliffe, Thorpe, McGinty, Fryers (Gill 49); Lingard, Pogba, Petrucci, Ajose; Cole, Keane.
Subs not used: Stewart, Moffatt.


www.manutd.com
hendiplast is offline  
Old 05-12-2009, 07:18 PM   #25
Supernan
first team
dope
 
 
Supernan's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Rip City
Posts: 4,173
Thanks: 1,528
Thanked 1,534 Times in 637 Posts
Mentioned: 118 Post(s)
Supernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of light


Default Re: United Academy Match

Youth team lg main nih vs WBA. Udh 2-0 aja....

Dari tweet nya Man Utd Youth

Quote:
Team: Devlin, Fornasier, McGinty, Thorpe, Wootton, Tunnicliffe, Cole, Pogba, Cofie, W.Keane, Ajose. Subs: Lingard, Morrison, Giverin.
OMG this italian Kids udh main

Quote:
Good to see Fornasier, Cofie and Morrison back involved ahead of Thursday's Youth Cup game, although still some injury problems there..
Will KEane again!!

Quote:
First sight of goal for Will Keane but he's just off balance and can't get enough power on the shot to beat Allsopp in goal
Quote:
2-0 in the 24th min and it's another great strike, this time from Ryan Tunnicliffe, very reminiscent of Gibson's first goal vs Spurs midweek
Yeah 3-0!!!

Quote:
Bit of a goalmouth scramble almost leads to a third goal, Keane's volley looping up off the ground and nearly finding the top corner

Last edited by Supernan; 06-12-2009 at 09:34 AM..
Supernan is offline  
Old 06-12-2009, 09:36 AM   #26
Supernan
first team
dope
 
 
Supernan's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Rip City
Posts: 4,173
Thanks: 1,528
Thanked 1,534 Times in 637 Posts
Mentioned: 118 Post(s)
Supernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of lightSupernan is a glorious beacon of light


Default Re: United Academy Match

Premier Academy League
5 December 2009, Carrington

MANCHESTER UNITED 2
Pogba 5, Tunnicliffe 24

WEST BROMWICH ALBION 1
Thorne 89




05/12/2009 13:25, Report by Ben Hibbs
U18s: United 2 West Brom 1

United brought 2009 to a close in the Premier Academy League with a 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion at Carrington, as excellent strikes from Paul Pogba and Ryan Tunnicliffe secured all three points.

The victory is all the more pleasing considering the number of injuries Paul McGuinness has had to contend with in his squad.

However, it was good to see Michele Fornasier, John Cofie and Ravel Morrison all involved in the squad, particularly with the FA Youth Cup third round tie with Birmingham coming up on Thursday.

West Brom have a strong side this season so this final league match of the year was a tough prospect. But United made relatively light work of it early on, and the Reds were a goal in front after just five minutes following a wonder-strike from Paul Pogba.

The highly-rated French starlet, who has settled really quickly at United, picked the ball up 30 yards from goal, then steadied himself before arrowing in a superb shot into the far top corner. It's his second goal for the Under-18s, but his first in open play, and it was certainly one to savour.

The early goal was a great start for the Reds, but McGuinness' young charges soon extended the advantage after 24 minutes.

The shot was again struck from distance, this time from Pogba's central midfield partner Ryan Tunnicliffe. The combative Bury-born youngster picked his spot from 25 yards and drilled the ball into the bottom corner of the net with precision.

West Brom responded by threatening with several openings themselves, but United managed to keep the visitors at bay and took a 2-0 lead into the half-time break.

Will Keane, Scott Wootton and Tunnicliffe all went close for the Reds in a largely uneventful second half, but it was West Brom who grabbed the game's next goal in the last minute of normal time. It was probably what they deserved, but United ultimately ran out winners.

The victory continues a five-match unbeaten run which stretches back to the middle of October, and it bodes well ahead of Thursday's FA Youth Cup tie.

The match at Altrincham FC's Moss Lane ground kicks off at 19:00 GMT, and you can watch all the action live on MUTV. Or, if you're in the area, why not come down and cheer the young Reds on.

United: Devlin; Fornasier, Thorpe, Wootton, McGinty; Cole (Morrison 46), Pogba, Tunnicliffe, Ajose (Giverin 77); W.Keane, Cofie (Lingard 71).
Supernan is offline  
Old 11-12-2009, 05:49 AM   #27
rondwisan
moderator
udah sebelas yaa :)
 
 
rondwisan's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Soe Rock Bo Yo - Nga Lam vv
Posts: 35,048
Thanks: 1,500
Thanked 4,736 Times in 2,701 Posts
Mentioned: 567 Post(s)
rondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond repute
Visit rondwisan's Facebook Visit rondwisan's Twitter
Default Re: United Academy Match

Quote:
FA Youth Cup
Thursday 11 December, Moss Lane

MANCHESTER UNITED 2
(Pogba 1, Ajose 30)


BIRMINGHAM CITY 0
10/12/2009 21:01 - ManUtd.com, Nick Coppack
FAYC: United 2 Birmingham 0



United secured safe passage to the FA Youth Cup fourth round with a convincing 2-0 win over Birmingham City at Moss Lane.

First-half goals from Paul Pogba and Nicky Ajose put the Reds in the driving seat before Conor Devlin produced a superb penalty save to preserve the two-goal cushion.

City, who reached the semi-finals of the competition last season, enjoyed decent possession in both halves but lacked cutting-edge in the final third. They certainly could have taken notes from Pogba, who rose unmarked after just 57 seconds to head home Ajose’s wide free-kick and hand United a dream start. It was the Frenchman’s third goal for the Under-18s since his high-profile arrival from Le Havre and once again he proved his worth with a sparkling performance in the middle of the park.

Although rattled early, the visitors didn’t panic and carved out their first opening on nine minutes when James McPike blazed wide after good work from Jake Jervis on the left. Reds boss Paul McGuinness was then forced into an unplanned change after Tom Thorpe failed to recover from an early knock sustained in a committed tackle.

United’s defence, already somewhat makeshift, was reshuffled as Michele Fornasier moved into the heart of defence and substitute Alberto Massaci slotted in on the right. As the back four took time to settle, goalkeeper Conor Devlin was drawn into routine saves from Akwasi Asante and Jervis. Birmingham began to assert themselves on the match and it looked as though the visitors might snatch an equaliser.

But with almost half-an-hour gone, United broke quickly and a clever touch from Davide Petrucci found William Keane just outside the City penalty area. His first touch played in Ajose, who, steaming in from the right wing, took one touch before firing low across Birmingham goalkeeper Jack Butland and into the far corner.

Butland, an England Under-17 international, then produced fine saves from Ravel Morrison, Petrucci and Ajose to deny United a third before the break.

The young stopper was rapidly emerging as City’s star, but Reds goalkeeper Devlin eclipsed Butland’s heroics early in the second half with a fantastic save from the penalty spot. Pogba was adjudged to have brought down Jervis inside the area and the striker stepped forward himself to blast a shot towards the bottom corner. What he didn’t count on was Devlin flying full-length to his right to tip the ball around the post.

United survived a goalmouth scramble before left back Sean McGinty wasted a chance to put Paul McGuinness’ men further in front with a header from close range. Ravel Morrison let fly with two strikes from outside the box in quick succession but neither hit the target. William Keane fared a little better on 79 minutes when his first-time effort beat Butland. Unfortunately for the Stockport-born striker, the ball cannoned off the upright and out to safety.

With time running out, Birmingham City threw more men forward. But Devlin continued to frustrate the visitors, commanding his penalty area well and showing safe hands when dealing with a number of long-range efforts. United almost exploited the extra space left at the back but neither Petrucci nor Keane could extend the 2-0 scoreline.

The result earned United a spot in Friday’s FA Youth Cup fourth round draw



United: Devlin; Fornasier, Thorpe (Massaci 21), Wootton, McGinty; Ajose, Tunnicliffe, Pogba, Morrsion; Petrucci, Keane W
Subs not used: Johnstone, Cole, Lingard, Cofie
Booked: McGinty, Wootton, Pogba

Birmingham: Butland; Dunphy, Packwood, Preston, Rowe; McPike (Bogle 74), Mutch, Sammons; Hubbins, Jervis, Asante
Subs not used: Redmond, Daniels, Hronec, Ntambwe
Booked: Sammons
__________________
“Let’s not underestimate the other teams. They are very good teams and there are a lot of games to play before the end of the season. We’re in a good position. But that means nothing if you don’t win the next game.” - Dimitar Berbatov
rondwisan is offline  
Old 14-01-2010, 02:07 PM   #28
irhamutd
reserve player
Keep Respect
 
 
irhamutd's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Mks-Amq-Bgr
Posts: 644
Thanks: 104
Thanked 195 Times in 93 Posts
Mentioned: 5 Post(s)
irhamutd has a spectacular aura aboutirhamutd has a spectacular aura about
Default Re: United Academy Match

Ayo para Youngster jangan mau niru Performa Senior kalian, kalian lebih hebat dari mereka. Tunjukkan itu!!!!

13/01/2010 19:29, Report by Steve Bartram
http://www.manutd.com

FAYC: Burnley 1 United 5


Paul McGuinness' under-18s produced a scintillating attacking display to crush Burnley and emphatically advance to the fifth round of the FA Youth Cup.

The Reds' youngsters delivered five wonderfully-taken goals and overran the hosts, who were reduced to 10 men in the second period and could find solace only in a late consolation goal after being completely outclassed.

Skipper Davide Petrucci opened the scoring, before braces for Josh King and William Keane took the Reds through to a fifth round tie at Blackburn or Leyton Orient in style.

United had been quietly in control of the opening exchanges before Petrucci struck on 22 minutes. A patient, probing nine-pass move culminated in King's shot being blocked, but the Italian was the first to react to the loose ball and he expertly sidefooted a low finish around a cluster of players and just inside the post.

The coolness of his finish was matched by King six minutes later. Larnell Cole profited from defensive hesitancy from the hosts by nicking the ball just outside the six yard box, before drifting to the byline and pulling the ball back to King on the corner of the area. Although Burnley were slow to apply pressure, the Norwegian's arced finish inside the far corner was nothing short of majestic.

United were, by now, totally dominant, and it was no surprise when a third goal arrived on 34 minutes - and once again it was a top class strike to admire. After Nicky Ajose had won the ball, it arrived back at him via Ryan Tunnicliffe and Larnell Cole,and he curled a gorgeous pass through for Keane, who lobbed home without breaking his stride.

The prolific striker could have doubled his tally a minute later as he raced in behind a static defence, but he dragged his left-footed finish just past the far post. Indeed, only a fine save from goalkeeper Danny MacDonald prevented Petrucci from adding a fourth before the interval as United ran riot.

It took only five minutes of the second period for United's fourth to come, however. King intercepted an errant pass, outstripped his marker for pace, cut inside another defender and, as the ball ricocheted up, lashed in a finish via slight deflection.

As the game lulled, with United in total comfort and Burnley spent of all but their pride, the hosts were dealt a further setback when Thomas Anderson was handed a second yellow card for illegally halting Keane's run on goal.

Substitute John Cofie, on for the injured King, soon joined the list of players thwarted by MacDonald when his powerful run was denied a near-post finish by the goalkeeper's strong hand. On 79 minutes, the Clarets goalkeeper was at it again; parrying Cofie's low shot and clutching Keane's improvised backheel from the ensuing scramble.

Both Cole and Tunnicliffe were narrowly off-target with low drives in the closing stages as United continued to press, but it was the hosts who struck next, on 84 minutes, when Joe McKee scrambled home an untidy goal after the Reds had failed to clear.

Fittingly, however,United had the final say four minutes later. The imperious Paul Pogba nicked possession and found Cofie, whose neat flick released Keane to bear down on goal and drill in an unerring left-footed finish: a fitting finalé in a swaggering, clinical performance from the Reds.

United: Devlin; Massacci (Fornasier 75), Wootton, McGinty, Ajose; Cole, Tunnicliffe, Pogba, King (Cofie 63); Petrucci (Lingard 68); W Keane.
Subs not used: Johnstone, Hussain.

Last edited by irhamutd; 14-01-2010 at 02:15 PM..
irhamutd is offline  
Old 15-01-2010, 11:26 AM   #29
B4YU
first team
-
 
 
B4YU's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2009
Posts: 1,280
Thanks: 58
Thanked 196 Times in 124 Posts
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
B4YU has a spectacular aura aboutB4YU has a spectacular aura about
Default Re: United Academy Match

Extended highlights







__________________

To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
B4YU is offline  
Old 24-01-2010, 01:52 AM   #30
rondwisan
moderator
udah sebelas yaa :)
 
 
rondwisan's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Soe Rock Bo Yo - Nga Lam vv
Posts: 35,048
Thanks: 1,500
Thanked 4,736 Times in 2,701 Posts
Mentioned: 567 Post(s)
rondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond reputerondwisan has a reputation beyond repute
Visit rondwisan's Facebook Visit rondwisan's Twitter
Default Re: United Academy Match

Quote:
Premier Academy League
Carrington, Sat 23 Jan 2010

MANCHESTER UNITED 3
Ajose 63 (pen), Cofie 81, Hussain 86


STOKE CITY 2

Nichols, Brown (og)
23/01/2010 13:11 - ManUtd.com, Ben Hibbs
U18s: United 3 Stoke 2



United's Under-18s staged an astonishing comeback to beat Stoke City 3-2 at Carrington, with two goals in the last nine minutes securing a satisfying victory.

The Reds were behind in the 13th minute and then slipped to a 2-0 deficit just after the break. But a superb turnaround in the quality of performance led to Nicky Ajose, John Cofie and Etzaz Hussain providing the goals for a spirited fightback.

Paul McGuinness was able to select Reece Brown, Zeki Fryers and Etzaz Hussain after lengthy spells on the sidelines. But the U18s coach clearly had one eye on Thursday's FA Youth Cup fifth round tie with Blackburn Rovers as he named key men Will Keane and Paul Pogba on the bench.

United started well but a collison between goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and defender Scott Wootton, which left the Reds stopper understandably shaken, seemed to knock the home side out of their stride. While there were no visible side effects to Johnstone's performance after a nasty fall, he was unable to keep out Andy Nichols' looping header on 13 minutes.

It was a scrappy half with the rhythm and attacking potency of United's recent display in the 5-1 FA Youth Cup win over Burnley sadly lacking. But the introduction of influential midfielder Pogba at half-time made a huge difference.

However, again despite a promising start, Stoke struck once more to dampen United spirits. A dangerous cross came in from the right and Brown headed into his own net.

It wasn't until after the hour mark that United's courageous comeback began. The breakthrough arrived when Ajose was fouled in the box, dusting himself down before coolly converting the kick.

United went close on several occasions but, heading into the last ten minutes, the young Reds were still desperately seeking an equaliser. Thankfully it arrived on 81 minutes. The impressive Ryan Tunnicliffe had a shot parried and England youth international Cofie tapped home from close range.

A draw looked like a good result under the circumstances, but United weren't finished there. Excellent wing play from Ajose created space inside the six-yard box for Norwegian midfielder Hussain to poke the ball into the net.

United's players were rightly ecstatic at the victory, and it is a huge confidence boost ahead of Thursday's Youth Cup tie with Rovers at Ewood Park.

United: Johnstone; Brown, Fyrers (Massacci 73), Wootton, McGinty; Ajose, Tunnicliffe, Petrucci (Pogba 46), Cole, Hussain; Cofie.
Sub not used: W.Keane, Giverin
__________________
“Let’s not underestimate the other teams. They are very good teams and there are a lot of games to play before the end of the season. We’re in a good position. But that means nothing if you don’t win the next game.” - Dimitar Berbatov
rondwisan is offline  
The Following User Says Thank You to rondwisan For This Useful Post:
 


(View-All Members who have read this thread : 2
avaakids, dudut
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Coach / Manager Academy ex Man United rondwisan United Lounge 30 04-08-2017 10:54 PM
Man United Academy Matches 2014/15 rondwisan Archives 2014/2015 19 17-12-2014 10:41 AM
[G] United Reserves n Academy sir_otz Others 18 01-10-2014 10:23 AM
[V] United Reserves and Academy sir_otz Videos & Songs 92 29-07-2013 01:29 PM
United Academy Match 2011-2012 sir_otz Archives 2011/2012 60 10-04-2012 07:33 AM



All times are GMT +8. The time now is 03:06 AM.
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.2
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
United Indonesia - Manchester United Supporters Club of Indonesia