Euro U21 Championship: Which players starred in Slovakia?
The Under-21 European Championships have paved the way for many future stars over the years.
The Under-21 European Championships have paved the way for many future stars over the years.
As recently as 2023, when England claimed their first title under manager Lee Carsley, the competition included the likes of Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto and Rayan Cherki – all who now play prominent roles for their respective senior sides.
Looking further back, the tournament also saw players such as Luis Figo, Andrea Pirlo and Laurent Blanc break through.
But what about the new generation? Who of those that have taken part during the past month in Slovakia have marked themselves as ones to watch?
BBC Sport takes a look…,
