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Manchester United loanees James Scanlon and Jacob Devaney have enjoyed landmark moments in their careers.

Both Reds recorded their maiden senior league goals in their most recent matches.

Scanlon marked his first start, and home debut, for Swindon Town with a 23rd-minute opener in a 3-0 victory over Oldham Athletic.

While the forward may already have netted at full international level, with Gibraltar, it represents another big step in his progress.

Opening the account in style. James Scanlon’s first Swindon goal ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Vw4qT92qQo

— Swindon Town Football Club (@Official_STFC) February 8, 2026

Scanlon calmly found the bottom corner of the net, with an assured finish, after being teed up by Aaron Drinan.

After the game, Robins boss Ian Holloway told reporters: "Am I surprised? No, I am not. Am I pleased? Yes, I am, because I knew he would finish that. That is what he does.

"He's delighted that Man United let us have him. It's what he can do, he plays for his national team, and is only 19. He shows all sort of maturity, he can play two or three different positions."

Devaney meanwhile scored...