CONOR McALENY’S second-half goal ultimately gave Everton under-18s the points in a thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester United at Finch Farm on Saturday.
Neil Dewsnip’s side bounced back from their defeat to Manchester City in excellent fashion in the FA Premier Academy League.
A double from Danny Murphy, a Luke Garbutt penalty and McAleny fine effort secured the victory.
Everton were 1-0 down after 15 minutes with the goal being given despite Dewsnip’s youngsters appealing for a four on Murphy in the build-up.
Murphy went down the other end five minutes later to head home the equaliser from Garbutt‘s cross.
Garbutt put Everton head on the half-hour mark, firing home from the penalty spot after Femi Orenuga had been fouled.
McAleny saw his shot bounce back off the post as they tried to increase the lead. But soon after the break they were left to curse their misfortune when United drew level again from the spot after Garbutt had been penalised for a foul.
