Highly-rated teenager Shea Lacey took just eight minutes to score on his first start for Manchester United as they opened up an early 2-0 lead over Brighton in the EFL Cup. Lacey, 19, was handed a start by boss Michael Carrick and thrilled Old Trafford with a fine opener.The winger got the ball inside the area, moved inside onto his left foot and hammered past Jason Steele at his near post.United doubled their lead 46 seconds later as Mason Mount bundled in a rebound for his first goal in 2026.Lacey was sent off against the Seagulls in January but was handed a chance to impress with fellow prospect JJ Gabriel not involved.The hugely gifted 15-year-old was expected to get minutes in the EFL Cup but has instead asked to leave United following a breakdown in relations between his family and the club, according to reports.Follow the game here. Topics Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. EFL Cup Manchester United F.C. Shea Lacey Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Man United v Brighton LIVE: Can Red Devils respond after derby disappointment against in-form Seagulls Jon Fisher 16th September, 2026 Manchester United v Brighton: Confirmed line-ups for EFL Cup third-round clash Nicholas McGee 16th September, 2026 Focus on Manchester derby VAR mistake is poor, says City boss Maresca Nicholas McGee 16th September, 2026 Liverpool 3-1 Tottenham: Szoboszlai stunner sends Reds into last 16 Nicholas McGee 15th September, 2026 Ipswich 2-4 Arsenal: Dowman at the double as Gunners ease into fourth round Nicholas McGee 15th September, 2026 Liverpool v Tottenham LIVE: Can Reds bounce back at Anfield after weekend bore draw? Jon Fisher 15th September, 2026
