The 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks-off this weekend in Chile, with a number of players with immense potential looking to guide their team’s to glory.
Players such as Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona, Paul Pogba, Erling Haaland and Sergio Agüero have shined in past editions of the competition, before blossoming into some of the best players in the world.
This year, an array of young-gems will travel to Chile looking for World Cup glory. Strong performances in the U-20 World Cup could raise the stock of young players who could potentially feature as well in next summer’s 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With reigning holders Uruguay not taking part in the tournament, the U-20 World Cup is up for grabs.
Here are five players you should keep and eye on.






