Young Reds Pursue FA Youth Cup Triumph

Young Reds Pursue FA Youth Cup Triumph

Darren Fletcher’s side head into the next round buoyed by recent form. The Young Reds enter the FA Youth Cup aiming for triumph.

They reached this stage with home wins over Peterborough United and Derby County. Those victories came by 1-0 and 2-1 scorelines respectively.

Last round victory

The team produced a commanding 4-1 win at Oxford United in the last round. Four different players found the net that night.

  • Albert Mills
  • Gabriel
  • Chido Obi
  • Noah Ajayi

Recent form and coaching

United have won ten matches in a row since the turn of the year. The side are playing excellent football under lead coach Darren Fletcher.

Upcoming opposition

Sunderland advanced by overcoming Brighton & Hove Albion in the fifth round. The Wearsiders previously beat United 1-0 at Carrington in October.

Competition pedigree

United’s association with this tournament dates back to its 1952/53 inception. No club has lifted the trophy more often than their eleven wins.

The match promises to be a tough test. Both sides will be looking to progress further in the FA Youth Cup.