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Burnley beaten 3-0 by Manchester United as Schüller strikes twice

Burnley fell to a 3-0 defeat on Wednesday night, as Jackie Bachteler’s side were beaten by Manchester United in the Subway Players Cup at Leigh Sports Village.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 3:47 PM
Burnley beaten 3-0 by Manchester United as Schüller strikes twice
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester United defeated Burnley 3-0 in the Subway Players Cup, led by two Lea Schüller goals.
  • Ellen Wangerheim opened the scoring for the home side on the half-hour mark at Leigh Sports Village.
  • Lea Schüller doubled United's lead after an hour and sealed the 3-0 win in the 84th minute.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Burnley fell to a 3-0 defeat against Manchester United in the Subway Players Cup at Leigh Sports Village on Wednesday night. Ellen Wangerheim opened the scoring at the half-hour mark, before German forward Lea Schüller struck twice in the second half to seal the victory for Eva Olid’s side.

Schüller netted her first goal from close range following a cross from substitute Jayde Riviere on the hour mark. She completed her brace in the 84th minute, while Jackie Bachteler's Burnley side was unable to stage a late comeback.

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