Who have been the breakout stars at U21 Euros?
Published: 6/29/2025

The Under-21 European Championships have a history of showcasing future football stars, with recent talents like Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto, and Rayan Cherki emerging from the competition. England's victory in 2023 under manager Lee Carsley highlighted the potential of young players participating. Past tournaments have launched careers of legends like Luis Figo, Andrea Pirlo, and Laurent Blanc. BBC Sport examines which players from the recent competition in Slovakia are the ones to keep an eye on.