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Wednesday, 16 May 2012 13:27 |
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I have read some comments on youth and the players coming through, I believe we have a strong new generation coming through, not because of the U-20 WC and a few players that will become household names, but more so from what I have seen at the u-19 level, sporting has some world-class talent there, just look at individual and team play against other youth squads, tore them apart, and not just one player, but half a dozen, liverpool already signed one, then look at porto who just won u-19 club tournament in Zurich against some strong teams. Then you look at the national u-19 team and you say, we have some stars, but more importantly, potential world-class depth in almost every position. I must say, this is the best crop overall, (maybe not individually because you never can tell), I have seen since the golden generation and their exploits in Europe have proved it. Also, there is a strong sense of protection at sporting and porto with those squads including an eagerness to have them sign pro contracts immediately once they are eligible and liga loan experience with other teams.
Also there is some real quality outlying players that just need that kick-off to really be stars. I hope Pizzi moves back to Braga for real playing time, I hope Vieira moves to sporting to take his raw talent to new levels with against better players at home and in Europe, and some of the younger players like Danilo in Italy continue to develop, I see a very strong 2014 WC squad with youth and veterans.
FORCA!
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