Sports
Ex-Rams DE explains why the Ty Simpson pick was actually smart
Chris Long believes Rams' Ty Simpson pick is a smart long-term strategy.
Yahoo Sports1 min read
SoccerRecap
Lacey impresses as Man Utd advance
TL;DR
Shea Lacey impressed as Manchester United advanced to the Premier League 2 play-off quarter-finals by defeating Sunderland. Lacey, who made his first-team debut earlier this year, was part of the starting line-up for the match.
Key points
- Shea Lacey impressed in the match against Sunderland
- Manchester United advanced to the Premier League 2 play-offs
- Lacey made his first-team debut earlier this year
- He was sent off in the FA Cup against Brighton
- Darren Fletcher's twins also featured in the starting line-up
Mentioned in this story
Shea LaceyDarren FletcherTyler FletcherJack Fletcher
Manchester UnitedSunderlandBrightonLeeds
Manchester United forward Shea Lacey [Getty Images]
Shea Lacey showed his qualities again as Manchester United booked a Premier League 2 play-off quarter-final berth by beating Sunderland at Leigh Sports Village.
Lacey made his first-team debut under Ruben Amorim but has not featured since he was sent off in the FA Cup defeat by Brighton in January. He was on the bench for United's last two games against Leeds and Chelsea.
His presence in Adam Lawrence's starting line-up, along with Darren Fletcher's twins, Tyler and Jack, suggests none of them will have a meaningful involvement in tomorrow night's Premier League clash with Brentford.
However, the England Under-20 international again showed why he is one of the stars of United's academy.
In the first-half, Lacey produced a phenomenal piece of skill to take a cross field pass down with the outside of his left foot without breaking stride. The Liverpool-born wide-man also delivered a 60-yard pass across the pitch that landed perfectly for Victor Musa.
After the interval, Lacey curled a shot wide after a trademark cut inside from the right wing. He had more success just before the hour when won possession back inside the Sunderland half.
Q&A
What did Shea Lacey achieve in the match against Sunderland?
Shea Lacey helped Manchester United secure a victory, advancing them to the Premier League 2 play-off quarter-finals.
Why hasn't Shea Lacey played since his debut?
Shea Lacey has not featured since being sent off in the FA Cup defeat against Brighton in January.
Who are the other notable players in Manchester United's starting line-up?
Alongside Shea Lacey, Darren Fletcher's twins, Tyler and Jack, were also in the starting line-up for the match against Sunderland.