Manchester United’s Under-23s were hit by Chelsea’s Under-23s, who beat them 6-1.
The Red Devils squad were full of budding stars, including summer signing Facundo Pellestri – who was on a three-goal streak in three games.
The Uruguayan was brought in from Penarol for around £ 8million and has been touted as a star for the future.
But he was largely blunted in the attack as the Blues revolted at Kingsmeadow.
In fact, United were watching defeat just 180 seconds into the game after Chelsea took a 2-0 lead.
Marcel Lewis opened the scoring after a mistake by Teden Mengi and that lead was doubled almost immediately thanks to Jude Soonsup-Bell.
The 16-year-old scored goals for the fun of the Under-18s and rose to the next level with ease.
After 34 minutes, Tino Anjorin made three after returning to the Under-23s after a stint with the first team.
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