Copa America 2024 is one of the biggest soccer competitions in the world, especially in South America. Famous players like Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr., Alexis Sanchez, and Luis Suarez played in this tournament. It’s like the Euro 2024, but the difference is that the Euro is for European nations and the Copa is for South American countries.
As you know, the Copa America is starting on June 20 and will end on July 14, 2024. The tournament is hosted in 14 beautiful cities in the United States. People are looking for something unique and outstanding at this upcoming event, and there are many things to consider. One key aspect is keeping an eye on the young players to watch in this competition.
After some research, I have gathered data on young players who will play in the Copa America 2024. We’ll focus on players who are 21 years old or younger to identify the top five young talents participating in the upcoming tournament. Let’s discuss these promising players.
1. Alejandro Garnacho (Argentina)
Alejandro Garnacho is one of the top talents who will participate in this upcoming event and play as a left-out for the well-prepared Argentinian team. He plays club football for Manchester United and has appeared in 50 games, scoring ten goals for the team. He scored an amazing bicycle kick goal against Everton in the Premier League, named Goal of the Season.
He is still a 19-year-old youngster with great ball control and dribbling ability. His skills draw in defenders, creating opportunities for his teammates. Since his debut with Albicelestee in 2023, he has been capped more than five times for the national team. The question on everyone’s mind is how much playing time he will get in Copa America. He can stun any team and make a significant impact on the field.
Endrick (Brazil)
Endrick is another player who is joining Real Madrid on July 1st, despite having agreed to sign in December 2020. At the age of 16, Endrick began to play for the first team in Palmeiras. Experts are comparing him to iconic Brazilian players like Ronaldo Nazario, Ronaldinho, Romario, and Pele.
He can dribble past defenders easily and has good heading accuracy as well. His decision-making skills need to improve, but he is one of the best young players in this Copa America. He has already scored three international goals, including the one against England at Wembley Stadium. He has all the ingredients to make an impact at this upcoming event.
Yunus Musah (United States)
The 21-year-old midfielder is one of the best emerging talents in Copa America 2024. He is playing for AC Milan with national teammate Christian Pulisic. Musah got the chance in Milan’s starting 11 after Frank Kessie departed for Saudi Arabian Premier League side Al Ahli.
Despite his lack of tackling ability, he is good at making spatial awareness that helps him make a play. Musah has already made 36 appearances for the national team. There are a lot of chances that Berhalter could bring him to this Copa America because of some injured players. And he has the ability to progress the ball up the pitch.Â
Ismaël Koné (Canada)
Ismael Kone is another young talent who plays as a midfielder for the EFL Championship club Watford. While playing in 42 games this season, he scored four goals and assisted three times for the team. He is the most stylish and versatile midfielder of his generation. By showing his skills in the Copa, he can also get a call from a bigger league like the Premier League, Serie A, etc.
He capped 19 times for Canada before making his senior debut for the national team in 2022. He played in all three of the World Cup matches for Canada. He also got Player of the Year awards for two straight years. He is also the one to watch in this upcoming soccer event.
Marcelo Flores (Mexico
Marcelo Flores is a Mexican player who plays as an attacking midfielder for the Liga MX club Tigres. Flores had the option to represent Canada, England, or Mexico. Initially, he was selected for England’s under-16 team in 2019 but opted to play for Mexico’s under-16 team instead, participating in all matches of the Montaigu Tournament that year.
In May 2022, Flores committed to representing Mexico internationally. At that time, he was still eligible to switch and represent either Canada or England, as he had only played in friendlies. However, on June 11, he played in a 2022–23 CONCACAF Nations League match against Suriname, which officially tied him to Mexico. He is also a 21-year-old youngster to be seen in the Copa America.
