Match Report
The table read 9th (Blackburn Rovers U23, 35 pts) against 5th (Manchester United U23, 39 pts), 4 points apart. Blackburn Rovers U23 had been over-performing their table position on recent form: 1st in the league over the last five rounds against 9th overall. In league terms the two rates read 1.92/2.15 for Blackburn Rovers U23 and 1.77/1.65 for Manchester United U23 (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.79.
Defeat had followed defeat for Blackburn Rovers U23 — three in succession.
Lancashire FA County Ground, capacity 4,000, hosted the game. On the scoreboard, Manchester United U23 led 2-0 at the break; 2 second-half goals set the final 0-4.
Goal scorers
Manchester United U23: A. Garnacho (6'), S. Shoretire (31'), A. Garnacho (77'), C. Wellens (90')
Key stats
Possession: Blackburn Rovers U23 48% · Manchester United U23 52% · Total shots: 12-11 · On target: 3-6 · Corners: 7-4