Newcastle United’s Under-18 team achieved a 2-1 victory over Burnley U18s in a recent match at the Little Benton Academy. The game showcased an exciting mix of talent and tension, culminating in a crucial win for the home side.
Match Highlights
- Opening Goal: Matthew Taylor scored for Newcastle within the first 14 minutes.
- Red Card Incident: Burnley were reduced to ten men due to Diandro Fletchman’s red card before the half-hour mark.
- Equalizer: Warren Taylor leveled the match with a penalty for Burnley just after halftime.
- Decisive Strike: Newcastle regained the lead in the 66th minute through Alfie Seldon, marking his sixth goal of the season.
Upcoming Schedule
Newcastle’s Under-18 team will face Derby County next in a league match. This game is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, with a kickoff time of 1 PM BST. The match will take place at the Rams’ Football Academy.
Team Line-Up
| Player | Substitutions |
|---|---|
| Roman Dowell | |
| Trialist | Jack Patterson (77) |
| Guy Bloomer | |
| Aaron Epia | |
| Lesecond Yeutembip | Luke Gilligan (62) |
| Jude Cogdon | |
| Alfie Hutchison | |
| Jayden Koussou | Muawiya Ghanem (62) |
| Kacey Wooster | |
| Matthew Taylor | Jack Callaghan (77) |
| Alfie Seldon | |
| Subs Not Used: | Oliver Holland |
This victory not only boosts morale but also positions Newcastle United U18s favorably as they look to maintain their momentum in the league.
