Youngest goalscorers in FIFA World Cup history

The FIFA World Cup has seen many young talents make their mark on the global stage. Scoring a goal in the tournament is a dream for many, but doing so at a very young age places a player in an elite group. Here is a list of the youngest goalscorers in World Cup history, showcasing the prodigies who found the net before their 20th birthdays.

Pelé: The youngest of all time

Brazilian legend Pelé holds the record for the youngest goalscorer in World Cup history. He was just 17 years and 249 days old when he scored for Brazil against Wales in the 1958 quarter-finals. Pelé went on to score a hat-trick in the semi-finals and two goals in the final, helping Brazil win their first World Cup.

Manuel Rosas: Mexico's teenage star

Manuel Rosas of Mexico scored at the age of 17 years and 315 days in the 1930 World Cup. His goal came against Argentina in the group stage, making him the second-youngest scorer in tournament history.

Michael Owen: England's teenage sensation

Michael Owen burst onto the scene at the 1998 World Cup, scoring a memorable goal against Argentina at the age of 18 years and 190 days. His strike, which involved a solo run from midfield, is one of the most iconic in World Cup history.

Dmitri Sychev: Russia's young hope

Russian forward Dmitri Sychev scored at the 2002 World Cup against Tunisia at the age of 18 years and 226 days. He became the youngest scorer in the tournament that year.

Kylian Mbappé: Modern-day prodigy

French star Kylian Mbappé scored his first World Cup goal against Peru in the 2018 group stage at the age of 19 years and 183 days. He went on to score three more goals in the tournament, including one in the final, as France lifted the trophy.

These young players have shown that age is just a number when it comes to making an impact on the world's biggest football stage. Their achievements continue to inspire future generations.