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It had to be Leeds standing in the way of Ben Wilkinson and the Youth Cup trophy - a title the City head coach describes as the 'pinnacle' of youth football. To get his hands on the biggest trophy ...
Feb 24, 2024 · City had appeared to be heading for defeat when Tyrese Hall fired the visitors into a 61 st minute lead.. But Wilkinson’s youngsters showed great character to summon up a brilliant turnaround in the final 10 minutes with Luca Fletcher first drawing us level and Jacob Wright then sealing victory with a stunning 89 th minute free-kick.
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May 22, 2024 · Eight of Wilkinson’s squad may be the wrong side of 30, but Wilkinson has one eye on the future in the selection of this squad. “We kept a lot of the principles that we’ve had since I’ve come in, which is opportunities to get new young players into the environment, to give them exposure to the senior team, not just the players, but the training sessions and also games.
May 11, 2024 · Ben Wilkinson said winning the FA Youth Cup is the greatest achievement of his coaching career, after Manchester City’s victory on Friday night. The Blues comfortably dispatched Leeds United 4-0 in the final at the Etihad, with goals from Justin Oboavwoduo, Jaden Heskey, Stephen Mfuni and Matty Warhurst securing the club’s first success in the competition since 2020.
Apr 4, 2023 · As a coach, he describes the Youth Cup as the pinnacle of academy football. "This is what we're in it for, coaching at this level. It's the pinnacle of u18s football in this country, the FA Youth ...
May 10, 2024 · Head coach Ben Wilkinson spoke of his sense of pride on behalf of everyone at City’s Academy after watching his Under-18s clinch FA Youth Cup final glory with a resounding 4-0 win over Leeds at the Etihad.
May 8, 2024 · Wilkinson’s young charges will lock horns with Leeds at the Etihad Stadium, kick-off 19.00pm, with City seeking to lift the famous trophy for the fourth time in our history. Looking ahead to the match, which is available to watch the FA Player, Wilkinson said there was a keen sense of excitement amongst his squad and staff.
