Kobbie Mainoo is something for Manchester United fans to look forward to after Man City hammering

Manchester United fans in the Stretford End sang until the bitter end of the Manchester derby and supporters were in fine voice again as the youngsters walked out at the Peninsula Stadium.

An early rendition of '12 Days of Cantona' came from the sold-out away section and 'only one Bobby Charlton' followed. The fans were determined to enjoy the occasion and they were celebrating a goal just seven minutes in.

Salford's defending at a corner was sloppy and Shola Shoretire took advantage with a smart finish through bodies. It was the perfect start and the likes of Kobbie Mainoo, Dan Gore and Omari Forson shared an embrace with Shoretire.

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Mainoo was named on the bench for the derby and many wanted him to feature against Newcastle in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, but he started against Salford and operated in the advanced midfield position.

The 18-year-old only made his return to action playing for the academy against Copenhagen last week and it was a surprise to see him start with the Newcastle game on the horizon, although it did suggest he's short of match fitness.

Mainoo sustained an ankle injury against Real Madrid in pre-season and his first-team chance will come. Erik ten Hag lauded his qualities before the derby and it's only a matter of time before he features at senior level again.

United needed a win against Salford, who were already out of the EFL Trophy prior to the game, to give themselves a chance of progressing from the group stage and they made their best start to a contest for a while.

Travis Binnion named a strong team capable of delivering a convincing performance and the U21 boss would have been