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Ibrahim Mbaye may leave Paris Saint-Germain soon, with talks underway. Liverpool have spoken to his agent, Jorge Mendes, and Mbaye is interested in the Liverpool project, but PSG's valuation is currently seen as too high.
While Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo made their mark at the 2026 World Cup, a new generation of young players also impressed. From Ibrahim Mbaye to Lamine Yamal, several teenagers seized their moments. BBC Sport highlights five breakout stars from the group stage.
Ibrahim Mbaye is emerging as a strong candidate for a starting role with Senegal ahead of the FIFA World Cup. His recent performances have impressed coaches and fans, potentially reshaping the team's attacking lineup.
Ten young players have impressed in the opening round of group matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026, making early cases for the FIFA Young Player Award. Standouts include Australia's Nestory Irankunda, who became his country's youngest World Cup scorer, and Ibrahim Mbaye, the youngest African scorer in World Cup history.
