This is a list of the youngest players ever to play in the FIFA World Cup.
FIFA World Cup is the biggest event in the soccer world. But it’s not just about established stars. It’s also a stage where young players can burst onto the scene.
A lot of teenagers have taken the biggest stage by storm, showcasing their exceptional talent and potential.
Today, we’ll look at those youngsters who have left their mark on the World Cup.
Also, check out Oldest Players To Play in The FIFA World Cup.
The Youngest Player of All Time at World Cup
Norman Whiteside from Northern Ireland is the youngest player of all time at the FIFA World Cup.
He was just 17 years and 41 days old when he made his World Cup debut against Yugoslavia in 1982.
20 Youngest Players at the FIFA World Cup
| Player | Country | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Whiteside | Northern Ireland | 17 years, 41 days | 1982 |
| Samuel Eto’o | Cameroon | 17 years, 98 days | 1998 |
| Femi Opabunmi | Nigeria | 17 years, 100 days | 2002 |
| Salomon Olembe | Cameroon | 17 years, 184 days | 1998 |
| Pele | Brazil | 17 years, 234 days | 1958 |
| Bartholomew Ogbeche | Nigeria | 17 years, 244 days | 2002 |
| Rigobert Song | Cameroon | 17 years, 353 days | 1994 |
| Youssoufa Moukoko | Germany | 18 years 3 days | 2022 |
| Carvalho Leite | Brazil | 18 years, 25 days | 1930 |
| Garang Kuol | Australia | 18 years, 68 days | 2022 |
| Manuel Rosas | Mexico | 18 years, 86 days | 1930 |
| Gavi | Spain | 18 years, 108 days | 2022 |
| Christian Eriksen | Denmark | 18 years, 120 days | 2010 |
| Segundo Durandal | Bolivia | 18 years, 120 days | 1930 |
| Bertus de Harder | Netherlands | 18 years, 142 days | 1938 |
| Vincent Aboubakar | Cameroon | 18 years, 148 days | 2010 |
| Jewison Bennette | Costa Rica | 18 years, 158 days | 2022 |
| Assimiou Touré | Togo | 18 years, 162 days | 2006 |
| Michael Owen | England | 18 years, 181 days | 1998 |
| Chris Wood | Australia | 18 years, 188 days | 2010 |
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