JJ Gabriel scores again but another Man Utd teenager stunned Carrington with unreal 5 G/A

Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel got on the scoresheet once again, but Kai Rooney was the star of the show at Carrington.The young Reds consolidated their place at the top of the U18 Premier League table with a comfortable 3-0 win over Blackburn Rovers.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYDarren Fletcher’s men had the upper hand in the first half, but they failed to make the most out of their goal-scoring opportunities.JJ Gabriel led Man Utd 18 to victory over BlackburnAfter a goalless first half, Man Utd finally broke the deadlock in the 54th minute, thanks to Gabriel, who won a spot-kick which he converted himself. Carrington’s favourite darling raised his tally to 21 goals in 23 appearances this season. Gabriel’s Stats in 25/26 Appearances Goals Assists U18 Premier League 20 19 3 FA Youth Cup 3 2 0 A few minutes later, Kai Rooney took the field and managed to make a swift impact. Nathaniel-Junior Brown picked up the second-generation player with a square ball from the right wing. Two to the good 🫡 Can our young Reds push for a third at Carrington? ⤵️ — Manchester United (@ManUtd) March 21, 2026The 16-year-old then made an excellent turn (one that his father, Wayne, would have been proud of), before sending in a low drive that crept past the goalkeeper.Finally, Jim Thwaites rounded off a memorable afternoon by netting from a sublime free-kick, as Man Utd beat Blackburn by three unanswered goals.Kai Rooney had three goals and two assists on Super SaturdayInterestingly, Kai Rooney’s goal for Man Utd U18 wasn’t the first of the afternoon. Before joining Fletcher’s ranks, he had already played for United’s U16 side earlier on Saturday. Kai Rooney on Instagram after featuring for both the U16s and U18s today pic.twitter.com/5GF8z0MBS2 — utdreport (@utdreport) March 21, 2026Despite only featuring in the first half, the 16-year-old still managed to score a brace and provide his teammates with two assists.Therefore, the teenager’s goal for the U18 was his third of the day, and fifth direct goal contribution. This sensational achievement occurred in front of first-team head coach Michael Carrick, as the club’s official website confirmed that the 44-year-old was in attendance as usual.Rooney has reportedly been offered a one-year scholarship deal, as Man Utd are keen to maintain the young forward, whom they now consider one of their most promising starlets.