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Newcastle United Under-18s Defeat Burnley Under-18s 2-1
The Toon teenagers came from behind to secure a home victory over their Lancashire rivals.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:35am
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A cubist interpretation of the intense action and competitive spirit on display in the Newcastle United Under-18s' narrow victory over Burnley.Derby TodayNewcastle United's under-18 squad secured a 2-1 victory over Burnley's under-18 team at the Magpies' Little Benton Academy. Matthew Taylor opened the scoring for the hosts, but Burnley were reduced to 10 men before the half-hour mark after Diandro Fletchman was sent off. Despite the numerical advantage, Newcastle found themselves level five minutes into the second half when Warren Taylor converted a penalty. However, 16-year-old winger Alfie Seldon netted the winning goal for the Toon in the 66th minute, his sixth league goal of the season at the under-18 level.
Why it matters
This result continues Newcastle United's strong start to the season at the under-18 level, as they look to build on their academy's reputation for developing top talent. The win also highlights the depth of quality in the Magpies' youth setup, with several young players making an impact, including the match-winner Alfie Seldon.
The details
Newcastle took the lead in the 14th minute through Matthew Taylor's strike. Burnley were then reduced to 10 men before the half-hour mark when Diandro Fletchman was sent off. However, the visitors equalized in the 50th minute when Warren Taylor converted a penalty. Newcastle regained the lead in the 66th minute as 16-year-old winger Alfie Seldon scored his sixth league goal of the season at the under-18 level.
- The match was played on April 12, 2026.
- Newcastle took the lead in the 14th minute.
- Burnley were reduced to 10 men before the half-hour mark.
- Burnley equalized in the 50th minute.
- Newcastle regained the lead in the 66th minute.
The players
Matthew Taylor
A Newcastle United under-18 player who scored the opening goal for the Toon.
Diandro Fletchman
A Burnley under-18 player who was sent off before the half-hour mark, reducing his team to 10 men.
Warren Taylor
A Burnley under-18 player who converted a penalty to equalize for the visitors.
Alfie Seldon
A 16-year-old winger for Newcastle United under-18s who scored the winning goal for the Toon.
Chris Moore
The manager of the Newcastle United under-18 team.
What they’re saying
“We're delighted with the result and the performance of the lads. They showed great character to come from behind and secure the win.”
— Chris Moore, Newcastle United Under-18s Manager
What’s next
Newcastle United Under-18s will face Derby County's under-18 team in an away match on Saturday, April 18th at 1pm BST.
The takeaway
This victory showcases the depth of talent in Newcastle United's youth academy, with several young players making an impact, including the match-winner Alfie Seldon. The Magpies' under-18 squad continues to impress as they look to build on their strong start to the season.
