web counter
LEXO PA REKLAMA!

SHKARKO APP

App Store
Google Play

Veterans are "forgotten", the new generation writes history at the World Cup

2026-06-29 14:51:00, Sport CNA

Veterans are "forgotten", the new generation writes history at the

The World Cup is highlighting a high number of young players, with 85 footballers aged 21 and under, some of whom have set new historical records.

Senegalese Ibrahim Mbaye became the fourth youngest scorer in the tournament's history after scoring against France, while Spaniard Lamine Yamal scored at the age of 18 against Saudi Arabia.

Also, Mexican Gilberto Mora made history as the youngest player for a host country at the age of 17 years and 240 days. In midfield, Moroccan Ayyoub Bouaddi stood out for his accuracy with 66 passes against Brazil, while Swiss Johan Manzambi contributed with three goals and one assist in the group stage.

In terms of attacking play, Yann Diomande helped Ivory Coast qualify for the next round, while Bosnia's Kerim Alajbegovic was the youngest player to score from outside the area since 1966.

The list of talents is completed by Nestory Irankunda, who became the youngest goalscorer in the history of the Australian national team in this competition.

These data confirm the significant transition and increasing specific weight of young players throughout international football.





Lajmet e fundit nga