"United edged Derby 2-1 after extra time at Old Trafford, advancing to the next round of the youth competition in dramatic fashion. The game was deadlocked at 0-0 through normal time before an own goal put United ahead in extra time, after a ball in from substitute James Overy, before Chido Obi made it 2-0, and they held on despite Derby pulling one back late to secure the win."
"Kai, who signed for United's academy aged 11 in 2020, came off the bench in the 99th minute to make his first competitive appearance at the Theatre of Dreams, watched proudly by his parents in the directors' box. The home crowd delighted in chanting Rooney's name as he stripped off ready to come on. After the game, Wayne tweeted a picture of him and Kai on the pitch when he was just a child, next to a photo of him playing last night."
"United's path to this tie had seen them win earlier rounds, including a 1-0 victory over Peterborough in the third round, setting the stage for this tough fourth-round challenge. Derby County pushed United all the way, and the match required extra time to separate the teams, showing the competitive edge that youth football often produces. In contrast to this cup game, Manchester United's U18s have also been active in league competition."
Manchester United Under-18s advanced to the next round of the FA Youth Cup with a 2-1 win over Derby County after extra time at Old Trafford. The tie remained 0-0 through normal time before a substitute James Overy delivery led to an own goal, and Chido Obi added a second in extra time. Derby pulled a late goal but United held on to secure the victory. Sixteen-year-old Kai Rooney made his Old Trafford debut in the 99th minute as the home crowd chanted his name, watched by his parents. United reached the fourth round after earlier wins, including a 1-0 third-round victory over Peterborough, and the U18s showed league resilience last season with a 3-2 comeback over Derby.
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