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On the horizon
Budding under-21 stars to keep a close eye on this season
Posted: Wednesday August 28, 2002 12:53 AM
Updated: Wednesday August 28, 2002 9:33 AM
This week, I have decided to take a break from my usual editorials and instead
focus my attention on young football players who can become stars in the near
future.
Who is the next Maradona, the next Ronaldo? It always is hard to preview these
things, but here is a list of 10 promising under-21 players to watch this
season, in no particular order.
Kaka, Sao Paulo 卡卡（巴西 聖保羅）
This talented attacking midfielder burst onto the scene last season, and was so
impressive that Luiz Felipe Scolari decided to take him to the World Cup. Not
only does this 20-year-old Brazilian have the skill to create something out of
nothing, but he is a born leader and can turn a game at any time. He is an
expert in delivering the killer pass and can also score goals.
Rafael Van De Vaart, Ajax 范德瓦特（荷蘭 阿賈克斯）
Ajax fans are raving about their new poster boy, and who can blame them? Van de
Vaart, a speedy and skillful midfielder, has an instinct for goal. He led the
Dutch league in scoring before injuring a knee last season, but still finished
with 14 goals in 20 games. He likes to play right behind the strikers and
causes all kinds of problems for opposing defenses with his pace and powerful
shot.
Andres DAlessandro, River Plate達曆山德羅（阿根廷 河床）
Diego Maradona said last season that this left-footed wonder could be the best
young player in the world. He scored nine goals for River Plate as the
Argentine giants won the Clausura, and is expected to lead their charge again
in the new season. This 21-year-old attacking midfielder is definitely one to
keep an eye on as he is an expert in one-on-one situations and is deadly on set
pieces.
Landon Donovan, San Jose Earthquakes多諾萬（美國 聖路易斯）是不是跑到德甲啦??
Donovan made a name for himself at the World Cup with the surprising U.S. team,
but already had caught the eye of Bayer Leverkusen a few of years ago. So much
so that the German side signed him to a contract at age 16. Granted, Donovan
didnt get a chance in the Bundesliga and was loaned out to MLS, but he could
yet make a splash in Europe. Blessed with tremendous speed, Donovan also has
great touch and creativity. He only needs to work on his finishing a bit to
become the complete package.
Ricardo Quaresma, Sporting Lisbon奎羅斯馬（葡萄牙 里斯本競技）
The next Luis Figo? Dont laugh, this 18-year-old winger is the talk of the town
in Lisbon. He has some of the most original dribbling moves I have seen, and
his exploits last season helped his club win the Portuguese league and cup
double. Quaresma is extremely strong physically, has great speed and is nearly
unstoppable on one-on-one situations. He has been criticized for being selfish,
but if he corrects that problem he could become one of the best players on the
contin
Joe Cole, West Ham United
The most skillfull young English player around. Cole can change the course of
a game with his dazzling skill. He is now learning to become more consistant.
Cole didnt really get a chance to shine at the World Cup, but Sven Yoran
Eriksson will not wait long to include him in the starting lineup in the future
. He should score more goals, but judging by his early performances this season
, he may have corrected that already.
Mido, Ajax
A goal-scoring machine at only 19. This Egyptian teenager hit the back of the
net 12 times in 24 games last season, mostly as a substitute, and already has
earned a spot on the starting lineup this year. This kid is a poacher, scoring
most of his goals from inside the box, but that doesnt mean he cant play
outside of it.
Julius Aghahowa, Shaktar Donetsk（尼日利亞）
Agahowa introduced himself to the world by scoring for Nigeria against Sweden
at the World Cup. But he already was known in Eastern Europe for his lightning-
quick pace and impressive finishing skills. Strong physically, this 20-year-old
is a handful for any defender. He is completely unpredictable, and can score
from anywhere around the box.
Antonio Cassano, AS Roma卡薩諾（義大利 羅馬）
Its not easy to compete for a place on the team with Francesco Totti, but
Cassano has already ent over the next few season impressed Roma fans with his
play and is starting to earn the respect he deserves. Was stellar with Bari two
seasons ago and earned his big move. This 20-year-old normally plays behind the
strikers but can also be used as a winger. Has fantastic dribbling skills and
an eye for goal. Cassano should come into his own this season.
Dmitry Sytchev, Spartak Moscow
Only 18 years old, Sytchev burst onto the scene at the World Cup, scoring one
goal and assisting on two for Russia. He scored eight goals in 12 games for
Spartak Moscow last season and started doing the business again for the Russian
giants in the current campaign before a row over his contract erupted. Sytchev
is now AWOL as he seeks a move abroad. I hope this incident does not harm this
forwards future because he owns a lethal shot and can also run rings around
defenders.
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