Crewe cup win in pictures

United's under-21s got their first ever Checkatrade Trophy campaign off to a winning start with a 2-1 victory at Crewe Alexandra on Tuesday night.

Liam Smith - who spent time on loan with the Railwaymen last season - opened the scoring inside the first five minutes before Luke Charman added a second after the break.

And although Jordan Bowery pulled one back late on for the hosts, Peter Beardsley's side held on to claim three points in Northern Group D.

Newcastle were backed by 135 fans in a crowd of 1,351 and the young players celebrated with their supporters after the game. Serena Taylor brought nufc.co.uk this gallery from the Alexandra Stadium.