Manchester City brought an end to Leeds United’s fairytale run as they turned on the style to win the FA Youth Cup.
Second-half goals from Justin Oboavwduo, Jayden Heskey, Stephen Mfuni and Matty Warhurst helped secure City their first Youth Cup title since a side led by Cole Palmer won it in 2020. It is their fourth in club history.
Leeds’ golden generation of youngsters arrived at the Etihad Stadium chasing history, looking to emulate the 1997 side that last won this competition.
Jonathan Woodgate and Harry Kewell were among those ranks, and Rob Etherington’s side were daring to dream after an excellent run to the final saw them knock off Norwich City, Brighton, Sheffield United, Liverpool and Millwall.