The French Under 21 international winger, who has yet to make a senior appearance for the club since moving to Old Trafford in the summer because of a back problem, impressed onlookers during his forty-five minutes action in the Manchester Senior Cup tie.
Brazilian full-back Rafael also returned from injury and also played all of the first half.
Febian Brandy, Sam Hewson and Joshua King scored for United in the 3-0 win at Hyde United's Ewen Fields ground.
United Res: Amos; Rafael (Eikrem, h/t), Wootton, Gill, Fabio; James, Hewson (W. Keane, 68), Norwood; Obertan (King, h/t), Brandy, Brady. Sub not used: Lloyd-Weston.