Highly-rated teenager Shea Lacey took just eight minutes to score on his first start for Manchester United as he opened up a 2-0 lead over Brighton in the EFL Cup.
Lacey, 19, was given the start by boss Michael Carrick and thrilled Old Trafford with a fine first goal.
The winger got the ball inside the box, moved inside with his left foot and beat Jason Steele at his near post.
United doubled their lead 46 seconds later when Mason Mount grabbed a rebound for his first goal of 2026.
Lacey was sent off against the Seagulls in January but was given a chance to impress with fellow prospect JJ Gabriel not involved.
The hugely talented 15-year-old was expected to get minutes in the EFL Cup but has instead asked to leave. united after a breakdown in relations between his family and the club, according to reports.