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| According to Goal ‘s March 2024 poll, Lamine Yamal (Barcelona), Endrick (Palmeiras and Real Madrid), Warren Zaire-Emery (Paris Saint-Germain), Mathys Tel (Bayern Munich), Kobbie Mainoo (Manchester United) are the most worth-watching young talents aged 18 and under in the world today. |
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| Mainoo advanced as soon as Erik ten Hag gave him the opportunity to join the MU first team earlier this year. As a product of Carrington, the player born in 2005 shows great potential, as well as a mature playing style ahead of his age. The 18-year-old midfielder made an impressive debut in the “Three Lions” in a series of friendly matches in March. In the two confrontations with Brazil and Belgium, Mainoo played well. Coach Gareth Southgate praised the MU midfielder and there is a high possibility that the player will attend EURO 2024. |
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| In the race to find new prodigies of European football, Bayern Munich does not want to lose to Barca or Real. Earlier this month, the German club extended the contract for another 5 years (until 2029) with Mathys Tel showing that ambition. |
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| The 18-year-old French striker only joined Bayern in the summer of 2022, but quickly showed his potential. The talent born in 2005 had to compete fiercely with top stars in Bayern’s attack like Harry Kane or Thomas Muller, but was able to make 43 appearances and score 10 goals for the German club. |
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| In the context of Kylian Mbappe almost leaving PSG this summer, the French team plans to build a new icon, Warren Zaire-Emery. The midfielder born in 2006 is among the most notable prodigies in European football in recent years. |
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| At the age of 16, Warren Zaire-Emery debuted for the PSG first team. This season, the French midfielder is used by coach Luis Enrique. He often starts in the center of PSG’s midfield. Although he is a versatile player, Zaire-Emery is aiming to become a holding midfielder of the same level as Rodri or Pogba. |
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| Endrick became a famous name after a series of friendly matches between the national teams in March, being the first player since Pele to score for Brazil in two consecutive matches before turning 18. Impressive performances Impressions against England and Spain continue to help the 17-year-old talent receive expectations. |
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| Lamine Yamal is currently rated highest in the world by experts. At the age of 16, Yamal showed great potential this season, constantly breaking records or creating new milestones. |
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| Since the beginning of the season, Yamal played 39 matches for Barca in all competitions, scored 6 goals and had 7 assists, something even Lionel Messi or Neymar could not do. Yamal is also holding the starting position for the Spain team. |
The 17-year-old Brazilian prodigy re-established Pele’s recordEndrick became the first player since Pele to score for Brazil in two consecutive matches before turning 18. |
Messi is the greatest in history, Ronaldo is ranked 10thCristiano Ronaldo is only ranked 10th in the top greatest players in history according to Daily Mail’s poll. |
Books to read about the Champions League
The Sports section introduces readers to books to understand more about the birth, competition and how the Champions League rose to become the most prestigious tournament in Europe.
