The children (Matthew and Daniel) played in an "Assessment match" at Carrington, Manchester United training complex on the 13 May 09. All the players were under 11. It was the boy’s first ever serious 11-a-side game. The pitch was immaculate. The two teams were reds and whites and there were professional referees and line’s men. The game consisted of 20minute thirds and 10 extra minutes at the end.

The Academy season was over at Manchester United but the senior scout said that the scouts would be keep close watch on Matt and Dan for next season.