A 2-0 defeat at the hands of Manchester United saw Derby County’s Under-18s suffer their first defeat of the 2017/18 campaign.
At the Training Centre in partnership with the University of Derby, goals from Angel Gomes and Nishan Burkart either side of the half time interval ended Derby’s three-match unbeaten run in Premier League - North.
In match of very few chances, opportunities for both sides came at a premium, but ultimately it was the visitors who came out on top as Justin Walker’s and Rory Delap’s side struggled to break down the organised United defence.
Derby’s best chance of the match came early on in the second half, however Jordan Mills was unable to find any of his teammates with his well-placed cross.
What’s To Come…
After suffering their first defeat of the campaign, Walker’s and Delap’s side next face a trip to Brockhall Training Ground in a fortnight’s time to face Blackburn Rovers.
Derby’s next home game is on Saturday 30th of September against Middlesbrough.
Despite the result, thanks to the strong start from Walker’s and Delap's side, the Rams retain their place towards the top of the division – residing in third behind only Manchester City and Everton.
Next Five…
Blackburn Rovers U18s Vs Derby County U18s – Saturday 23rd September (kick-off: 12:30pm)
Derby County U18s Vs Middlesbrough U18s – Saturday 30th September (kick-off: 1pm)
West Bromwich Albion U18s Vs Derby County U18s – Saturday 14th October (kick-off: 11am)
Stoke City U18s Vs Derby County U18s – Saturday 21st October (kick-off: 11am)
Derby County U18s Vs Wolverhampton Wanderers U18s – Saturday 18th November (kick-off 11am)
Words by Jonty Colman
Images by Andy Clarke & Harry Marshall