Doha
The Qatar World Cup is looking for the successors of Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. French Kylian Mbappe, Spanish alliance Pedri-Gavi, German Jamal Musiala and Brazilian Vinicius Junior are the first young players to play for big clubs and nations. But, unnoticed and unassuming, a youth team emerged at the World Cup playing in the baby clubs. Stars of tomorrow. Chief among them are these.
Cody Gakpo (Netherlands)
23 years, forward
Holland’s diamond in the fourth scored in all three group matches. Lead the fight for the gold medal. Play for PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch league. He has scored 13 goals in 24 games this season. 17 and led the way. The 23-year-old continued to excel in the orange jersey. He overtook Memphis Depay to become coach Louis van Gaal’s number one striker. Clubs such as Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are in the process of acquiring Gakpo in the January transfer window.
Yunus Musa (United States)
20 years old, middle class
Though they lost footing in the pre-quarters, America came back to a standing ovation. The midfield was the strength of the team. Twenty-year-old Yunus Musa is the main character. He is a box to box midfielder. All equipped to defend and attack. He will also play on the wing. Musa shone in all four matches. The Ghanaian was a junior star for England. He moved to America in 2020. Currently the player of the Spanish club Valencia. Italian clubs such as Inter, Milan and Juventus are on the pitch for Musa.
Enzo Fernandez (Argentina)
21 years old, middle class
The player who surprised with just one goal against Mexico. The Argentine was one of the discoveries of this World Cup. Even though he is 21, Enzo has secured his place in the top 11 in midfield. Good at grabbing the ball from the opponent’s feet. He will be part of the progress. Lionel Messi brings the attacks to life in defense. Good physical shape is also strength. He plays for Portuguese club Benfica.
Josko Guardiol (Croatia)
20 years old defender
Yosco Guardiol is one of the best defenders in the group stage. Although he is 20 years old, he is more mature on the pitch. The ball control is impressive. Don’t give the ball to the opponent under pressure. Guardiola in the heart of the defense also initiates Croatian advances. The ball was touched 115 times in the first match against Morocco alone. Continuous excellence. RB Leipzig is a German team. Chelsea and Real Madrid follow.
Muhammad Kudus (Ghana)
22 years old, attacking midfielder
No other player is as aggressive. Despite Ghana’s elimination in the group stage, Mohamed Qudus has been the center of attention. The 22-year-old was a key presence in all three of the team’s games. Equally dangerous in midfield and on the flanks. The ball will be delivered quickly to the opposite area. Shatter all resistance. He scored twice against South Korea. Valiant is also able to defend himself if needed. Ajax star. There are clubs in England and Spain.
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