Manchester United U18s vs Arsenal live FA Youth Cup updates from quarter-final clash at the Emirates
Manchester United will take on Arsenal in the FA Youth Cup quarter-finals on Friday night.
United's first-team are enduring a miserable season, but the Under-18s' campaign in the Youth Cup has been a positive story and they are looking to reach the competition's semi-finals.
Adam Lawrence's side have brushed aside Coventry City, Preston North End and Chelsea on their way to the quarter-finals and Arsenal now stand in their way of progressing to the last-four.
The game will be played at the Emirates, which Lawrence admitted was a "carrot" for his young players when they prepared to play Chelsea at Leigh Sports Village in the previous round.
Chido Obi scored a hat-trick in that match against Chelsea and followers of the academy will have been disappointed to read United have decided to keep him in Manchester this weekend.
We'll bring you all the build-up to the game and updates throughout the 90 minutes.
Follow below for live updates from the Emirates.
Welcome to today's blog for Manchester United's clash in the FA Youth Cup quarter-finals.
The Under-18s are set to face Arsenal at the Emirates and the game should be a cracker.
Adam Lawrence's side have beaten Coventry City, Preston North End and Chelsea in the competition so far, and they must be the favourites to lift the trophy, given the strength in depth.
United have won the Youth Cup more than any other side and the current crop of youngsters are looking to extend the club's rich history by winning the competition again this term.
I'll be at the Emirates to provide live coverage and reaction to the game, so stay tuned.