United youngster Lewis Cook says he is enjoying every minute of his Young Lions experience.

The midfielder came off the bench for England Under-17s opening game of the European Championships, against Malta at the weekend.

"So far in my career it is the biggest match I've ever played in,” said Lewis.

"The atmosphere was amazing. I was on the bench, and looking at all the kids with the clappers and singing, it was fantastic.

"Coming on was great for me, I really enjoyed it and it was good to get on the ball.

"It was a great start to the tournament. We needed to get a positive result to get us going.

"We knew had a good chance against Malta, but we didn't get complacent, and we played well and got a few goals."

Having beaten Malta 3-0, England could qualify for the semi-finals on Monday if victorious against a Turkey side, who lost their opening game against Holland.

"I like a midfield battle and I think that's what will be in store when we face Turkey - it'll be my sort of game,” added Lewis.

"We've played them twice and both times they were very physical and hard-working - so we need to match that.

"So it's going to be very tough, but I like that type of game, so I can't wait to get out there.

"We know they have to win if they are to get into the semis, so they will come at us.

"But we know we are through if we win, so we'll be giving it everything to get the three points.

"We can use the experience gained from the final qualifier with Italy. That was tough, but we fought through that and this squad has enough about it to do it again against Turkey."