Bruno Fernandes leads all-star cast to watch Man United FA Youth Cup loss

Bruno Fernandes leads all-star cast to watch Man United FA Youth Cup loss

Manchester United’s youngsters narrowly missed out on silverware once again this season.

Narrow defeat

Darren Fletcher’s under-18s have played some incredible football this season, and there are numerous young stars, such as JJ Gabriel and Jim Thwaites, to be excited about.

The Under-18s finished second in the league and also lost the Premier League Cup final on penalties to Crystal Palace.

They reached the final of the prestigious FA Youth Cup but once again came up short at the final hurdle, losing 1-2 to a late goal against great rivals Manchester City.

United fell behind in the second half when the Blues scored a stunning free kick.

They equalised moments later, though, when Godwill Kukonki headed in a Jim Thwaites set piece.

The young Red Devils could not find their own winner and conceded a late goal to Reigan Heskey.

Stars in attendance

There has been much controversy over City’s decision to play the game at the 7,000-capacity Joie Stadium instead of allowing United to host it at Old Trafford.