U21 News

Interviews / 23 Apr 24

Under-21s to face Nice and Monaco

Albion head to south of France this week.

Interviews / 13 Apr 24

Ruth: All to play for against Reading

Under-21s are back in action today in Premier League 2.

News / 10 Apr 24

Mark O'Mahony signs new contract

Striker puts pen to paper on new three-year deal.

Match Previews / 15 Mar 24

Watch under-21s against West Ham live tonight

Kick-off is at 7pm.

News / 11 Mar 24

Parking news: AS Roma

Limited parking available for home leg on 14 March.

Match Reports / 01 Mar 24

Albion draw at Sunderland in Premier League 2

Caylan Vickers's first goal for the club not enough to secure all three points.

Match Reports / 09 Feb 24

Albion up to fifth in PL2 as Norwich beaten

Goals from Louis Flower and Odel Offiah ensured Albion came away with all three points.

Match Previews / 09 Feb 24

Atom: I want to take next step at this great club

German centre-back on settling into life with Albion.

News / 08 Feb 24

Slater nominated for PL2 Player of the Month

Defender in the running for January's award.

Interviews / 05 Feb 24

Dicker: Under-21s have plenty to play for

Albion back in action on Monday against Hull City

News / 01 Feb 24

Robertson signs from Sunderland

Midfielder will come into our under-21s squad.

News / 01 Feb 24

Jack Hinchy joins Shrewsbury Town on loan

Under-21 captain joins Shrews for the rest of the campaign.

Interviews / 31 Jan 24

Ruth: Academy football stereotype has helped us

Wycombe host our under-21s in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy on Wednesday evening.

Interviews / 31 Jan 24

Hinchy: New found grit key to EFL Trophy run

Our under-21s will take on Wycombe in the quarter-finals of the Bristol Street Motors on Wednesday.

News / 26 Jan 24

Kamari Doyle joins Albion from Southampton

England under-19 midfielder will link up with our under-21s.

Match Reports / 26 Jan 24

Palace beat Albion in Premier League 2

Late goal for Palace sees them take all three points.

News / 26 Jan 24

Steven Hall joins Albion from Adelaide United

Australia Under-23 joins Shannon Ruth's team.

Interviews / 26 Jan 24

Hinchy: First team chance all the fuel I need

The men's under-21s face Palace in Premier League 2 on Friday afternoon.

Fixture News / 20 Jan 24

Date confirmed for EFL Trophy quarter-final

Albion face the Chairboys at the end of January.

Interviews / 17 Jan 24

Mullins: Togetherness the key to under-21s success

Under-21s take on Dinamo Zagreb tonight in International Cup.

Interviews / 15 Jan 24

'Youngsters continue to show they're ready for step up'

Albion Under-21s ended their week with a fantastic 4-2 victory over Liverpool in Premier League on Saturday.

Fixture News / 12 Jan 24

Albion under-21s drawn against Wycombe in quarter-finals

Albion defeated Reading on Tuesday in the last 16 of the Bristol Street Motors Trophy.

Interviews / 11 Jan 24

'Win over Reading one of academy's finest ever results'

Albion defeated Reading in the Bristol Street Motors Trophy last 16 on Tuesday.

Interviews / 10 Jan 24

Ruth: Pride the overriding feeling

Albion beat Reading in EFL Trophy on Tuesday to reach the last eight.

Match Reports / 09 Jan 24

Albion beat Royals to reach quarter-finals of EFL Trophy

It took penalties to separate the teams as Albion Under-21s reached the last eight for the first time.

Match Previews / 09 Jan 24

'This is biggest under-21s game for a long time'

Albion face Reading in the last 16 of the EFL Trophy at the Amex on Tuesday, kick-off 7pm.

News / 17 Dec 23

Samy Chouchane signs new contract

Tunisian midfielder extends stay with Albion.

Match Reports / 16 Dec 23

Under-21s forced to settle for a draw

Chances squandered at both ends as Albion and Leicester City draw 0-0 in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 16 Dec 23

McConville: Lots of football is perfect for me

Under-21s takes on Leicester City on Saturday in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 12 Dec 23

Ruth: Villa defeat brings us back down to earth

Our men's under-21s were beaten in the Premier League Cup in their last outing, but will look to respond against Leicester on...

Match Reports / 08 Dec 23

Albion beaten by Villa in Premier League Cup

Villans run out 4-0 winners at Bodymoor Heath.

Fixture News / 08 Dec 23

Albion draw Reading in the EFL Trophy

Our under-21s face the Royals in the next stage of the competition.

News / 08 Dec 23

Barrington up for Premier League 2 Player of the Month award

Midfielder has been in good form for the under-21s this season.

Interviews / 08 Dec 23

Ruth: Let's use EFL Trophy success as bedrock for season

Albion are through to the last 16 of the competition.

Match Reports / 05 Dec 23

Albion thump MK Dons to reach last 16 of Trophy

Four different goalscorers secure stunning victory at Stadium MK.

Interviews / 05 Dec 23

Ruth: We will need to show aggression against MK Dons

Our men's under-21s head to Stadium MK on Tuesday for their round of 32 tie.

Interviews / 03 Dec 23

Ruth: Night in Athens a terrific achievement for academy

A total of nine players who have played for our academy teams were in the matchday squad on Thursday night.

Match Reports / 01 Dec 23

Fulham defeat Albion in Premier League 2

Shannon Ruth's team beaten 3-0 by the Cottagers.

Ticket News / 27 Nov 23

Fixture and ticket information: MK Dons

Shannon Ruth's team head to Stadium MK on Tuesday 5 December.

Fixture News / 24 Nov 23

Albion under-21s head to MK Dons in Bristol Street Motors...

Albion face League 2 side in the first week of December.

Interviews / 24 Nov 23

Ruth: Amex experience vital for players breaking through

Albion take on Celtic at the Amex tonight, kick-off 7pm.

Ticket News / 20 Nov 23

Premier League International Cup ticket news: Celtic

We will play Celtic at the Amex in November.

Interviews / 01 Nov 23

Moder 'looked sharp' on return to action

Midfielder made first appearance on Sunday for our under-21s since picking up a serious knee injury in April 2022.

Match Previews / 29 Oct 23

Shannon Ruth: We are really proud of our academy pathway

MU21s head coach reflects on Joshua Duffus being named in first-team squad and looks ahead to Arsenal away.

Match Reports / 10 Oct 23

MU21s see off Shoreham in Senior Cup

Albion cruise into the third round.

Fixture News / 10 Oct 23

MU21s to face Celtic at The Amex

Game to take place on Friday 24 November.

Match Reports / 07 Oct 23

Under-21s beaten by Swansea in Premier League Cup

Albion fall to a 3-1 defeat.

News / 05 Oct 23

Barrington and O'Mahony nominated for PL2 award

Duo were in hot form during September.

Match Reports / 04 Oct 23

O'Mahony strikes again as Albion edge past Valencia

Striker scores his eighth goal of the season in 3-2 win in our Premier League International Cup opener.

Match Previews / 04 Oct 23

Under-21s take on Valencia in International Cup

Albion face the Spanish side on Wednesday night.

Match Reports / 23 Sep 23

Mark O'Mahony earns Albion last-gasp point against Newcastle

18-year-old Irishman extends our unbeaten run to four in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 20 Sep 23

Ruth: Players did everything right in Shrewsbury draw

Our under-21s drew with the Shrews in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday.

Match Reports / 19 Sep 23

Albion earn hard-fought draw against Shrewsbury

League One side pick up extra point in EFL Trophy after penalty shootout victory.

Interviews / 18 Sep 23

Ruth: We had enough to beat Villa

Albion drew 2-2 in the Premier League Cup last Friday.

Match Reports / 15 Sep 23

Albion rescue point in opening Premier League Cup match

Our men's under-21s came from 2-0 down to draw on Friday night.

Interviews / 15 Sep 23

Chouchane: Tunisia experience is hopefully just the start

Under-21s midfielder was called up by his country for the first time.

News / 11 Sep 23

O'Mahony up for Premier League 2 Player of the Month

Irishman scored four goals in PL2 in August.

Interviews / 04 Sep 23

MU21s show 'perseverance' to overcome Forest

Shannon Ruth reflects on his side's win over Nottingham Forest, that extended their winning run in Premier League 2 to three...

Match Reports / 01 Sep 23

O'Mahony nods in against Forest to continue winning run

Men's under-21s make it three wins from four in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 28 Aug 23

Ruth: Under-21s showed their mettle in win at Everton

Our men's under-21s made it three away wins in a week.

Match Reports / 25 Aug 23

Toffees dispatched as MU21s make it three wins on the spin

Wins over Chelsea and Walsall followed up by hammering of Everton.

Interviews / 25 Aug 23

Hinchy: We now have mentality to match quality

Midfielder discusses new season and personal aims.

Interviews / 24 Aug 23

Ruth: Trophy performance dispels academy football perception

Our men's under-21s defeated Walsall 3-2 in their opening Southern Group A match of the EFL Trophy on Tuesday.

Match Reports / 22 Aug 23

Walsall unsaddled as Moran brace secures win in EFL Trophy

Victory marked first in the competition for Albion since 2021.

Interviews / 22 Aug 23

Barrington: We're aiming for knockout football this season

Men's under-21s start EFL Trophy campaign at Walsall tonight.

Interviews / 21 Aug 23

Ruth: Believing in the philosophy is how we beat Chelsea

Under-21s came from behind to stun Chelsea in Premier League 2 on Friday night.

Match Reports / 18 Aug 23

Albion complete stunning comeback to beat Chelsea in PL2

A brace from Luca Barrington and a strike from Mark O'Mahony saw Albion come from 2-0 down to win.

Match Reports / 14 Aug 23

Under-21s beaten by Brentford B

Shannon Ruth’s team faced the Bees in a behind closed doors friendly on Monday.

Match Previews / 11 Aug 23

'De Zerbi helping change mentality of the academy'

Shannon Ruth's team take on Leeds in Premier League 2 tonight.

Fixture News / 09 Aug 23

MU21s drawn in group A of Premier League Cup

We face Aston Villa, Hull City and Swansea City.

News / 13 Jul 23

James Furlong signs new contract

Defender extends stay with Albion until 2025.

Fixture News / 20 Jun 23

MU21s to face Hemel Hempstead

Shannon Ruth's team will take on the Tudors in a pre-season friendly.

Match Reports / 17 May 23

MU21s beat Monaco in friendly

Goals from Luca Barrington and Mark O'Mahony secure win.

News / 12 May 23

Peupion wins Premier League 2 Player of the Month

Forward scoops award for April.

News / 11 May 23

Beadle and Samuels named in England U20 World Cup squad

Albion duo will travel to Argentina for the tournament later this month.

Match Reports / 05 May 23

Fulham come from behind to beat Albion in PL2

Late goal secures all three points for Cottagers.

News / 05 May 23

Peupion nominated for PL2 Player of the Month

Forward's prolific form in April rewarded with nomination.

Interviews / 28 Apr 23

Beadle: Crewe loan has helped me kick on

Young keeper made his professional debut this season.

Match Reports / 21 Apr 23

Albion come from behind to beat United

Albion make it six unbeaten in Premier League 2 with an impressive 3-2 win over Manchester United

Match Reports / 18 Apr 23

Albion beaten by Bognor on penalties in Senior Cup

Shannon Ruth's side beaten 5-4 on penalties in the semi-final, after drawing 1-1 in normal time.

News / 14 Apr 23

Jack Hinshelwood signs new contract

Young midfielder commits long-term future to Albion.

Interviews / 10 Apr 23

Peupion: Hat-trick up there with best moments for Albion

Midfielder finding form in PL2.

Match Reports / 09 Apr 23

Leaders City beaten as Peupion nets hat-trick

Australian makes it four goals in two games with stunning display on Sunday.

News / 06 Apr 23

Barrington up for PL2 Player of the Month

The Under-21s went unbeaten in March in PL2.

Interviews / 03 Apr 23

Mullins: Ferguson still the same old Evan

Irish midfielder was speaking ahead of Monday's PL2 game against Liverpool.

Match Reports / 08 Mar 23

Albion knocked out by injury-time goal

Samuels and Hinshelwood on target but men's U21s beaten 3-2 by Valencia in International Cup.

Interviews / 08 Mar 23

'Buzz around International Cup' as Albion face Valencia

Shannon Ruth's team take on Spanish side in the quarter-finals tonight, kick-off 7.30pm.

Match Reports / 05 Mar 23

Albion secure commanding win over Wolves

Goals from Odel Offiah, Mark O'Mahony and Ben Jackson seal victory for under-21s.

Interviews / 05 Mar 23

Nilsson: First team experience set the standard

Under-21s defender says he has to work even harder to be involved regularly with the first team.

Match Reports / 27 Feb 23

MU21s narrowly beaten by West Ham

Duffus and O'Mahony on target in 3-2 defeat.

Interviews / 27 Feb 23

Albion look to make it back-to-back wins in PL2

Albion take on West Ham tonight.

Match Reports / 22 Feb 23

Albion ease past Littlehampton in Sussex Senior Cup

Goals from Ben Wilson, Marcus Ifill and Benicio Baker-Boaitey send Albion into the semi-finals.

Match Reports / 20 Feb 23

Brace for Enciso as under-21s brush-off Blackburn

Shannon Ruth’s team returned to winning ways with a 4-2 romp over Rovers.

Match Reports / 11 Feb 23

Under-21s beaten at Tottenham

Sub Marcus Ifill finds the target but Spurs take the points with a 3-1 victory.

Match Previews / 11 Feb 23

Hinchy: I have to step up to the plate as captain

Midfielder has led the under-21s in recent weeks.

Interviews / 08 Feb 23

Turns scores as Orient extend lead at the top

Defender on loan with League Two leaders.

News / 01 Feb 23

Burgess Hill beaten by late Baker-Boaitey strike

Winger nets late on to secure a 2-1 win in the Sussex Senior Cup.

News / 31 Jan 23

James Furlong makes loan move to Motherwell

The 20-year-old heads to Scottish Premiership for the rest of the season.

News / 31 Jan 23

Lorent Tolaj joins Dundee on loan

Swiss striker heads to Scotland for second half of the season.

Match Reports / 30 Jan 23

Moran double as under-21s return to winning ways

Julio Enciso also on target as Albion beat Leicester City 3-1 in Premier League 2.

Match Previews / 30 Jan 23

Dicker: It's a learning curve for under-21s

Albion youngsters back in action on Monday against Leicester City.

News / 25 Jan 23

Casper Nilsson signs new contract

The Sweden under-19 international's new deal runs until 2025.

Fixture News / 24 Jan 23

Senior Cup game against Burgess Hill rearranged

Third round tie now on February 1 following two postponements.

Match Reports / 22 Jan 23

Everton leave it late to snatch all three points

Albion under-21s were narrowly beaten at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre.

Interviews / 22 Jan 23

'We aim to be renowned for producing young players'

Albion under-21s face Everton this Sunday.

News / 18 Jan 23

James Beadle joins Crewe Alexandra on loan

Goalkeeper to spend the rest of the campaign with the Railwaymen.

News / 17 Jan 23

James Beadle signs new contract

Young goalkeeper commits future.

News / 13 Jan 23

Todd Miller heads to Doncaster on loan

Winger links up with League Two side.

Interviews / 13 Jan 23

Offiah: I am much better thanks to first team opportunity

Defender hopes his experiences in first-team squad can benefit under-21 teammates as well.

App Exclusive Interviews / 10 Jan 23

Petr Cech impressed by Albion's trust in youngsters

Champions League winner visited the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre.

Match Reports / 08 Jan 23

Spirited under-21s beaten by Palace

Albion went down to ten men after 11 minutes.

News / 08 Jan 23

WATCH LIVE! Albion v Crystal Palace

This afternoon's Premier League 2 match kicks off at 4pm.

News / 04 Jan 23

Mullins joins from Bohemians

Young midfielder signs contact that runs until summer 2025.

News / 29 Dec 22

Ruairi McConville signs new contract

Defender commits future to Albion until June 2025.

News / 13 Dec 22

Sussex Senior Cup tie against Burgess Hill postponed

The match has been called off due to frozen pitch.

Interviews / 13 Dec 22

Ruth: Albion's academy pathway makes us so unique

Men's under-21s head coach looks back on 'amazing week' for his players in Dubai.

Match Reports / 09 Dec 22

Draw with QPR makes it 12 unbeaten for MU21s

Albion secure a point in the Premier League Cup.

Interviews / 09 Dec 22

Cahill: Coaches helping young keepers thrive

Irishman looking to start tonight against QPR.

Fixture News / 06 Dec 22

Albion face Burgess Hill next Tuesday in Senior Cup

Date and kick-off time confirmed for Cup match.

Match Reports / 05 Dec 22

Baker-Boaitey brace enough for a point against Eindhoven

Winger's goals secure draw in International Cup.

Match Reports / 30 Nov 22

Impressive Albion make short work of Monaco

Todd Miller, Luca Barrington and Samy Chouchane on target in 3-0 win over French side in Premier League International Cup.

Interviews / 30 Nov 22

Spong: International Cup is our Champions League

Our men's under-21s take on Monaco on Wednesday night.

Match Reports / 26 Nov 22

Cherries beaten as Albion maintain impressive run

Hinshelwood and Spong on target in 2-0 win at AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League Cup.

Interviews / 26 Nov 22

Spong: Everyone on the same page under Ruth

Under-21s head coach took over in September.

Match Reports / 22 Nov 22

Albion beat Three Bridges on penalties to progress in Sussex...

Shannon Ruth's team win 4-2 in the shootout following 1-1 draw after 90 minutes.

Match Previews / 22 Nov 22

Albion start Sussex Senior Cup defence tonight

Shannon Ruth's team take on Three Bridges in second round.

Match Reports / 18 Nov 22

Derby strike late to share spoils in Premier League Cup

Billie Clark's late goal cancelled out in 1-1 draw at Derby.

Interviews / 18 Nov 22

Ruth: Togetherness is helping us get results

Under-21s are back in action tonight looking to extend unbeaten run.

Match Previews / 14 Nov 22

Beadle: Being with the first team is helping my development

Goalkeeper back with the under-21s against QPR tonight.

Match Previews / 06 Nov 22

Furlong: My first taste of the Premier League was special

Irish defender reflects on last weekend as under-21s get ready to play Blackburn today.

Interviews / 02 Nov 22

Dicker: Under-21s get to experience 'dark arts' in Trophy

Albion under-21s face Charlton Athletic on Wednesday evening at The Valley.

Match Reports / 30 Oct 22

Albion come from two down to draw with Chelsea

Late drama for Albion secures them a point in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 26 Oct 22

Ruth praises "togetherness" and "courage" after European win

Albion's beat Feyenoord 2-0 last night at the American Express Elite Football Performance Centre.

Interviews / 25 Oct 22

Albion kick-off European campaign against Feyenoord tonight

Shannon Ruth excited for "extra buzz" around International Cup curtain-raiser.

Match Reports / 22 Oct 22

Albion see off West Ham in Premier League 2 thriller

Andy Moran, Luca Barrington and Jack Hinshelwood on target as the Seagulls pick up their third league win of the season.

Interviews / 22 Oct 22

Miller wants to continue fine form in PL2

Winger has two goals in his last two outings and believes he should have more to his name.

News / 08 Oct 22

PL2 live match centre: Manchester United v Albion

Follow the live updates from our Premier League 2 match at United.

Interviews / 08 Oct 22

Offiah: We're all trying to impress De Zerbi

19-year-old defender hopes performances will earn him and his teammates more first-team chances.

News / 07 Oct 22

Ferguson up for PL2 Player of the Month

Striker nominated for September's award.

Match Reports / 30 Sep 22

Under-21s raise the Ruth with 4-0 win

New coach sees his side sink Spurs with four second-half goals.

Interviews / 30 Sep 22

Albion under-21s live on YouTube tonight

Shannon Ruth gets his time as head coach underway as his team take on Tottenham.

Interviews / 28 Sep 22

Turns appointed Wales under-21 captain

Youngster captained his country for the first time on Tuesday.

Interviews / 18 Sep 22

Peupion on 'dream' season so far

Australian hoping to help Albion's men's under-21s to second consecutive victory on Sunday.

Match Reports / 06 Sep 22

Under-21s beaten by two late goals

Moran on target but it's defeat in our Papa Johns Trophy opener against Colchester United.

Interviews / 03 Sep 22

Albion's Irish youngsters continue to thrive

Our men's under-21s squad has four Irishmen in its ranks.

News / 01 Sep 22

Leigh Kavanagh joins Derby County under-21s on loan

Young defender to spend first half of the campaign with the Rams.

Match Reports / 26 Aug 22

Nilsson off the bench to earn Albion a point

Substitute on target as MU21s draw 2-2 with Arsenal in Premier League 2.

Interviews / 26 Aug 22

Crofts: Let's finish a good week on a high

MU21s back in action tonight at home to Arsenal in Premier League 2.

Match Reports / 22 Aug 22

First-half goals condemn Albion to PL2 defeat

A young MU21s lost 2-0 to Wolves on Monday night.

Interviews / 22 Aug 22

Crofts hoping it's a case of third time lucky

Men's under-21s coach reckons Albion have been unfortunate in their opening two games ahead of trip to Wolves on Monday.

Women's / 18 Aug 22

Nike becomes official ball supplier of the WSL

The agreement will see Nike's Flight ball technology being introduced for the first time when the new season kicks off in the...

Fixture News / 15 Aug 22

Men's under-21s' Premier League Cup fixtures confirmed

Albion's Premier League Cup campaign begins on Wednesday.

Interviews / 14 Aug 22

Ferguson: We know where we need to improve

Under-21s face Liverpool this afternoon in Premier League 2.

News / 11 Aug 22

Andrew Moran signs new three-year contract

Midfielder commits future until June 2025.

Match Reports / 03 Aug 22

Albion beat Littlehampton on penalties to win Shield

Andrew Crofts's side lift Sussex Community Shield after 2-2 draw in normal time.

Fixture News / 27 Jul 22

Premier League 2 fixtures released

Albion kick-off their campaign with a trip to Crystal Palace.

Match Reports / 23 Jul 22

Under-21s beaten at Eastleigh

Quickfire second half double earns Spitfires victory.

Interviews / 20 Jul 22

Under-21s enjoy comfortable win over Dover

Andrew Crofts's under-21s were 4-1 winners over the Whites.

Match Reports / 18 Jul 22

Peupion scores in 2-1 friendly defeat to Hull

Albion took on the Tigers during pre-season trip to Spain.

Match Reports / 08 Jul 22

Under-21s draw with Worthing in opening pre-season friendly

Crofts's team drew 1-1 with the Rebels.

News / 08 Jul 22

Ben Wilson signs new contract

Young striker joined Albion in 2018.

News / 29 Jun 22

Everitt, Peupion and Packham sign new contracts

Under-21s commit futures to Albion.

News / 20 May 22

Furlong and Bull sign new contracts

Youngsters commit futures until June 2023.

Match Reports / 05 Feb 21

Winning start for Crofts and Ruth

Under-23s stroll to comfortable victory over ten-man West Ham in Premier League 2.

News / 14 Dec 20

PL2 Live Match Centre: Derby 1 Albion 1

Three points for either side would put them within touching distance of the top of Premier League 2.

Interviews / 14 Nov 20

Rusk on playing with Potter and developing Albion’s young...

Hear a fascinating and wide-ranging interview with under-23s head coach on MyAlbion TV.

Match Reports / 03 Sep 19

Report: Impressive Albion defeat Dons

Albion produced a performance worthy of victory against AFC Wimbledon this evening, and that’s exactly what they took away from...

News / 13 Aug 19

Connolly's Premier League and international aim

Ireland under-21 striker Aaron Connolly started the new season with a quick-fire brace to help the club’s under-23s to a 2-0 win...