Bermuda Under-20 internationals Harlem Bean-Fox and Kennahz Fray made an immediate impact for Blackburn Rovers Under-18s, helping the side to a 4-2 victory over Accrington Stanley.
The trialist duo, who arrived from the Future Pro Academy this week, were thrust straight into the starting line-up for the Lancashire U18s Cup first-round tie. In a high-scoring affair, Rovers proved too strong for their local rivals, securing their progression to the second round of the competition.
For Bean-Fox and Fray, the fixture represented the "final phase" of their trial at the Championship club’s senior training centre. Both players have been in scintillating form in the National Football Youth League this season, and their ability to transition into a professional academy environment was a key test for Rovers' coaching staff.
The 4-2 win provides a perfect platform for the pair as they look to follow in the footsteps of fellow countryman Kalen Brunson, who recently secured a professional breakthrough at Queens Park Rangers.
The victory ensures Rovers remain in the hunt for domestic silverware, while providing the Bermudian internationals with a vital victory on their resume as they pursue a permanent contract at Ewood Park.
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