Goals in each half from Gabriele Biancheri and Tyler Fletcher earned Adam Lawrence’s side a third successive win in all competitions, and a second consecutive 2-0 victory in the Under-18 Premier League North, to begin the new campaign.
On a sunny morning at Carrington, there was a bright early tempo to proceedings as both sides signalled an attacking intent, which set the tone for the first half. A lively presence down the right flank, Bendito Mantato - who had a penalty appeal turned down after appearing to be felled by Cam Williams - tricked his way into the box but slid the ball past the post.