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Academy Weekly: Differing marks of progression

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United's Under-19s will take on Bayern Munich, Galatasaray and FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Youth League, returning to Europe's elite youth club tournament after a one-year absence. The tournament mirrors the Champions League, and these junior fixtures take place on the afternoon of senior matchdays.

“The UEFA Youth League games, alongside those in the EFL Trophy, are the best games for us," said Nick Cox, Director of Academy.

"They’re tough and we find them hard, but they’re amazing for development.

"The opportunity to go to play top European opposition has always been important for us.