"United started with purpose, Bradbury shooting wide early on, and were in front come the sixth minute. Derby keeper Cristiano Dzialuk only got a touch to a corner that was sent across goal by Jay McEvoy, at full stretch, and Bradbury was on hand to tap in his fifth goal of the season for the Under-18s."
"The lively Gabriel had three attempts before being presented with the chance to regain the lead from the penalty spot. Ajayi's run into the box teased a foul out of Darnelle Thomas and Gabriel smashed his spot-kick high into the net."
"Fletcher's side managed to get a stranglehold on proceedings and it soon became a matter of how many goals the Reds could score. Derby defended well, aside from allowing Jariyah Shah to fire over a decent opening, but the pressure began to tell."
Manchester United's Under-18s, managed by Darren Fletcher and observed by Michael Carrick and former players Wayne Rooney and John O'Shea, secured a commanding victory over Derby County at Carrington. United established early control, with Bradbury scoring in the sixth minute following a corner. Derby equalized through Sean Corry after a free-kick, but Gabriel restored United's lead from the penalty spot. Ajayi extended the advantage before halftime with a powerful strike. The second half saw United dominate proceedings, with Gabriel and other attackers creating numerous opportunities. Cameron Byrne-Hughes made a crucial penalty save from Israel Green. The victory narrowed United's gap behind Manchester City to a single point.
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