The top 5 young players at the World Cup

Best young players at the World Cup in Qatar

Qatar 2022 The top 5 young players at the World Cup

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 09:49 - 20.11.2022

The World Cup in Qatar promises to be packed with exciting young talent and we have selected the best five youngsters poised to have a big impact.

Jamal Musiala (Germany)

The 19-year-old Bayern Munich midfielder has been the undoubted star of the season so far in Germany. Musiala who was born in Germany but raised in England, had chances to line up for the Country he was raised in but instead chose to play for the Country of his birth, Germany.

Jamal Musiala celebrating after scoring for Germany
Jamal Musiala celebrating after scoring for Germany

He has outstanding flair and touch that makes him almost impossible to stop when he is in full flight. Musiala has a keen eye for goal and that is emphasized by his goal tally this season, which stands at 12. He will be a huge part of the Germany tactical plan throughout this tournament as they seek to make the most of his gifts

Jude Bellingham (England)

Jude Bellingham is expected to partner Declan Rice at the heart of the England Midfield and his presence will bring more dynamism. He is even more important for England due to the decline in physical attributes of Jordan Henderson and the injury concerns surrounding Kalvin Phillips.

Jude Bellingham in action for England
Jude Bellingham in action for England

 The 19-year-old Borussia Dortmund midfielder has scored 9 goals this season and his box to box strengths will be vital for Gareth Southgate and England

Bukayo Saka (England)

Bukayo Saka has gone from one of the best upcoming talents to one of the best players in the English Premier League and indeed the National team. He has been a revelation since he became a fixture in the Arsenal team. 

Bukayo Saka in action for England
Bukayo Saka in action for England

The 21-year-old Arsenal winger has 6 goals this season and will be going to Qatar in the form of his life. His ability to turn a game in a matter of seconds is a quality England lack.

Pedri (Spain)

Pedri remains one of the best young players to grace the world in the last few years. A supremely gifted spanish footballer that has often drawn comparisons to the Legendary Andres Iniesta. His ability to play and maneuver the ball in tight passes as well as possessing the skill to find the right pass at all times, sets him apart.

Spain star player Pedri
Spain star player Pedri

Pedri is absolutely crucial to this Spain team. He has been the first name on the team sheet since he broke into the team, that people forget he is still only 20 years old

Vinicius Jr (Brazil)

Vinicius is legitimately one of the best footballers in the world that it feels a little strange having him on this list but the truth is the Real Madrid man is yet to make any impact on the international stage. Brazil are blessed with numerous attacking players but Vinicius has a chance to really stand out.

Vinicus jr of Brazil preparing for Qatar 2022
Vinicus jr of Brazil preparing for Qatar 2022

Vini Jr has 10 goals for Real Madrid this season on the back of 22 goals last season, a season that really announced him on the World stage. The 22-year-old will be huge for Brazil on their quest to win it all in Qatar

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