Kai Rooney scores four goals for Man United U18s as fans all make same demand

Kai Rooney scored four goals in Manchester United U18s' 6-0 win over Burnley, prompting fans to call for his senior debut.

Kai Rooney, 16-year-old son of United legend Wayne Rooney, delivered a standout performance for Manchester United's U18s in a 6-0 victory over Burnley on Tuesday. He opened the scoring after 22 minutes, reacting quickest to a rebound from Jaume Camacho's header. In the second half, Rooney converted a penalty in the 49th minute before adding a looping header in the 63rd minute and a low finish three minutes later to complete his four-goal haul.

The performance has impressed United fans, who are now calling for manager Michael Carrick to give Rooney a first-team opportunity, with some demanding he start in Saturday's trip to Chelsea. Rooney has now registered five goals and an assist from just three matches this season. While Carrick faces pressure following a poor run of results—United sit 16th in the Premier League—the club's academy prospects, including Rooney, Shea Lacey and Harry Amass, offer hope for the future.