FA Youth Cup: Tournament considering rule change after Man United fiasco
The FA Youth Cup is contemplating a rule change following controversy surrounding the recent final between Manchester United and Manchester City. Manchester United's youth teams performed well this season but faced disappointment in multiple finals. The Football Association is reviewing the competition rules to prevent similar issues in the future.
- ▪Manchester United's under-21s finished second in their league and lost to Brighton in the Playoff final.
- ▪The under-18s also finished second and lost two finals, including the FA Youth Cup final to Manchester City.
- ▪The FA is considering a rule change to address the controversy over the final venue and organization.
- ▪Manchester City's refusal to host the final at Old Trafford led to the match being played at a smaller stadium.
- ▪United's coach criticized the FA's lack of involvement in the event's organization.
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