Kai Rooney scores for Manchester United U18s after U21 debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
Kai Rooney scored his first goal of the season for Manchester United U18s against Nottingham Forest U18s on October 17, 2026. Just 24 hours after debuting for the U21s, Rooney found the net in the 13th minute, capitalizing on a blocked pass from the Forest keeper. Despite a dominant performance from United that included 76% possession, the match ended in a 1-1 draw after Forest equalized in the 78th minute. The draw keeps United in third place in the league ahead of a matchup with Liverpool next Saturday.
- •Rooney scored in the 13th minute for United U18s.
- •The match ended in a 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest U18s.
- •United held 76% possession throughout the game.
- •Forest equalized in the 78th minute with a goal from Rabbi Ntege.
- •United will next face Liverpool on October 24.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Unstoppable Kai Rooney scores just 24 hours after emotional U21s debut
"Manchester United U18s took on Nottingham Forest U18s in league action on Saturday afternoon.A repeat of the U21s fixture the night before, United looked to exact some revenge after the U21s dramatica...
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