Two first-half goals got Manchester United back to winning ways as Middlesbrough were beaten 2-0 at Leigh Sports Village.
Zach Dearnley, pictured above, put United ahead on seven minutes, assisted by Aidan Barlow.
Boro fought back but in first-half stoppage time Ethan Hamilton doubled United's lead with a deflected shot.
Despite hitting the woodwork in the second half Boro were unable to find a response.
A first PL2 win in four matches lifts United to second in Division 2, on 22 points, two behind leaders Reading. Boro are seventh on 16 points.
See: Man Utd report | Boro report
In Division 2's other match, Jack Clarke struck late as Aston Villa came from behind to beat Southampton 2-1.
Friday's PL2 D2 results
Click on the matches for summaries, line-ups and stats.
