Age is just a number for these young talented stars. Russia 2018 will see a plethora of youngsters lining up to steal the sunshine from their more experienced brethren.
We’re only a month away before the focus of the football world turns to Russia. A lot of big names have missed the bus and for a few it could be a swansong. But there are a few youngsters who could take the world by surprise in this World Cup. Age may be just a number when talent is concerned. It stands true for this lot…
Kylian Mbappe [19, France]
Yes, he’s already established and has been the subject to numerous transfer rumours, but you cannot forget that Kylian Mbappe is just 19. The youngster has had two exceptional seasons with Monaco and then PSG, where he held his own in a team full of stars. The French national team isn’t going to be any different. While at Monaco, Mbappe broke two records held by Thierry Henry – becoming the club’s youngest ever debutant and also the youngest ever goalscorer. The kid is fast, has a bag of tricks and is good with both feet, but, most importantly, he’s intelligent. His maturity in picking out the right pass more often than not sets him apart. He will have a big role to play in France’s Russian quest.
Andreas Christensen [22, Denmark]
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