Friday night saw Manchester United’s U21 side back in action in the league against Derby County, with Adam Lawrence looking for two wins in two.
It would have been a title affirming win for Manchester United had it been secured, however, unfortunately was not to be.
Derby County presented a very strong defence which United couldn’t get through before the visitors took a 1-0 lead.
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United spent the game chasing a goal, but late on, United drew level through Louie Bradbury.
However a winner was one step too far as United only claimed a 1-1 draw.
You can follow along with all the latest from the game right here!
1-1 Manchester United
LOUIE BRADBURY! United level with three minutes left! Another clutch moment by the teenager.
Assist: Sharpe
[Link]United piling on the pressure
Only minutes left, but United have Derby punned in their own box. No way through so far.
[Link]Very little happening in second half
United haven’t been at their best here, unable to create anything clear past Derby’s deep defence.
The Rams are down to 10 men though, so United need to push for an equaliser.
[Link]Half-time
United go into the break trailing to Derby but will feel they had the better of the half overall. However, Elyh Harrison has kept United in it with a couple big saves late in the opening 45. All to play for.
[Link]Should be 1-0!
United capitalise on a loose pass with Moorhouse and McCormack working it well to Sharpe but he shoots directly at the goalkeeper.
[Link]Moorhouse again looking so comfortable
Moorhouse looking way too good for this level, untouchable carrying the ball through the middle.
[Link]Great play from Moorhouse
Excellent from Moorhouse as he carries from defence to attack setting up Sharpe for an effort.
[Link]Chido Obi will want to score
Obi has had a mixed season, but after Louie Bradbury’s goal on Monday, the Dane will want to establish himself as top dog here.
[Link]Jack Moorhouse returns
After being recalled, Moorhouse is back in the U21s tonight with a point to prove alongside Rafe McCormack.
[Link]Kamason starts on the wing
Interestingly, Kamason has been lined up as a right winger instead of right back. Could be interesting to see how he fares further forward than usual having shone as an attacking full-back.
[Link]Manchester United XI
Harrison; Ogunneye, Aljofree, Jackson, Leon; McCormack, Moorhouse, Bailey; Kamason, Obi, Sharpe
Subs: Murdock, Kukonki, McAllister, Bradbury, Brown
[Link]Last time out for United…
United’s U21 side played on Monday night as well with Shea Lacey scoring three in a 5-1 thrashing of West Brom.
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How to watch
United U21s against Derby is available to watch on MUTV for paid subscribers with coverage starting at 6.55pm.
But if not, we will have all the updates as they happen.
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