The team secured a 2-0 victory, thanks to goals from Phil Foden and Savinho, with Divine Mukasa setting up Foden's opener.
Brothers Jaden and Reigan Heskey made their debuts in the match, and Lewis was full of praise for the team's youth academy.
“It's great to see the academy producing talented players like those who played today,” Lewis said.
He noted that the team's first-team philosophy and tactics are developed from a young age, through the academy's training sessions.
Lewis believes this approach helps the players work together seamlessly, as seen in the match.
He credited the academy coaching staff for their role in developing the team's cohesion and fluid play.