In Episode 20 of FC Wonderkid, we go deep into football’s future — and its present. We start by projecting ahead to 2026, building a list of the 10 players who could define the next era of world football. From elite technical profiles to rising stars breaking through right now, we analyse which wonderkids are on a true superstar trajectory. FC Wonderkid – Episode 20 | Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 02:37 – Projecting the Future: Who will be football’s 10 best wonderkids in 2026? 32:15 – Transfer Watch: Which club is set to sign Kennet Eichhorn? 35:30 – South America Spotlight: Palmeiras prodigy Eduardo Conceição – the next superstar you need to know 40:00 – The Porto Blueprint: FC Porto’s bold youth-first project under Francesco Farioli 45:40 – Wonderkid News Round-Up: Ryan Kavuma-McQueen’s contract + one of last summer’s smartest young signings 51:21 – Big Debate: Rúben Amorim didn’t fail Manchester United — Manchester United failed him 1:12:00 – Outro

Who Will Be Football’s TEN Best Wonderkids In 2026?

In FC Wonderkid Episode 19, we dive deep into the next generation of elite talent, major market value explosions, and big decisions shaping modern football. We discuss whether Liam Rosenior is truly ready for one of football’s biggest jobs at Chelsea, identify wonderkids who could quadruple their value, and debate whether Kees Smit could command a €50M+ transfer fee. You’ll also hear about:• Two centre-backs with world-class potential from Ecuador and Austria• A bold striker solution for West Ham• Eintracht Frankfurt’s continued trust in youth• The growing influence of young managers in the modern game EPISODE 19 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro 00:55 – Is Liam Rosenior ready for the Chelsea job?&nbsp; 18:30 – Wonderkids set to quadruple their market value&nbsp;(Jacobo Ramón &amp; João Simões) 44:50 – €50M+ transfer incoming? Kees Smit &amp; top Eredivisie talents&nbsp; 52:04 – Two centre-backs with world-class potential&nbsp;(Ecuador &amp; Austria) 55:20 – Bold West Ham striker move + Eintracht Frankfurt trusting youth&nbsp; 1:00:01 – Talking about the young managers in modern football&nbsp; 1:07:50 – Outro

Will Chelsea Compete To Win The Premier League With Liam Rosenior? 

From Rúben Amorim’s philosophy to the truth about Florian Wirtz, from elite academies to historic moments, this episode is about context, patience, and perspective — the things modern football debates often ignore and most importantly Wonderkids. Episode 18 Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:57 — Time Will Prove Us Right About Rúben AmorimWhy trusting the process isn’t naive — it’s necessary. 00:17:18 — Florian Wirtz Was Never a FlopReality finally catching up with the obvious. Why Wirtz’s level was never in doubt — plus thoughts on his elite partnership with Hugo Ekitiké at Liverpool. 00:23:20 — Manchester City’s Youth BlueprintWhy City remains one of the safest environments for young players in world football — elite structure and guarantees. 00:27:55 — Aston Villa: Living History in Real Time111 years later, Villa are writing a new chapter. 00:29:26 — AFCON’s Young TakeoverSpotlight on Yan Diomandé, Ibrahim Mbaye, and the youth movement redefining AFCON. 00:36:37 — Youngsters Breaking Out This Season 00:47:20 — Our Top 5 U23 Players of 2025 00:53:40 — FC Wonderkid Best XI U23 (2025) 00:56:40 — Outro

Sacking Rúben Amorim Would Be Manchester United’s Biggest Mistake

EPISODE 17 – FC WONDERKID PODCAST&nbsp; 00:00:00 – Intro 00:00:45 – Real Madrid vs Barcelona: title race updates &amp; opinions. Could Mbappé really finish his career without a Ballon d’Or? 00:13:22 – What should happen next with Franco Mastantuono? 00:15:50 – Why we keep defending Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. 00:31:10 – Will Guardiola leave Manchester City at the end of the season? 00:40:30 – How should Garnacho be starting games? 00:43:12 – Is Wirtz finally ready to perform consistently? 00:47:35 – Wonderkids Games&nbsp; 00:50:00 – Youngsters who’ve developed massively in Europe’s top 5 leagues 00:53:50 – Wonderkid Start / Bench / Sell game 01:00:30 – Outro

Who Will Win the Ballon d’Or First?

In Episode 16 of FC Wonderkid, we break down the young talents, bold club decisions, and future superstars shaping elite football right now. From Manchester City trusting youth at the highest level, to Arsenal’s elite young defence, Aston Villa’s historic run, and the wonderkids you need to know before the next transfer window. EPISODE 16 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 – Intro&nbsp; 00:02:00 – Man City Go Bold: Trusting Youth at the Top Level | Cherki &amp; Foden the New Elite Duo. 00:07:10 – Arsenal’s Young Defense Appreciation&nbsp; 00:10:04 – Aston Villa’s 9-Game Winning Run | Morgan Rogers’ Breakout into the best in the league talk&nbsp; 00:12:01 – Wonderkids You NEED to Know Before the Next Transfer Window | Rayan, Nathan De Cat, Mika Godts &amp; More 00:35:15 – Michael Olise: Still Underrated, Still Elite 00:37:42 – Strasbourg’s Historic Season? Why This Year Feels Different 00:41:50 – Lamine Yamal Will Win the Ballon d’Or | Why He Beats Haaland &amp; Mbappé 00:44:50 – JJ Gabriel Spotlight: A Prospect Set to Make History 00:48:00 – Chelsea’s Centre-Back Dilemma | Youth Options, Big Decisions &amp; Why Valentín Barco Deserves More Respect 00:53:50 – Bold Barcelona Prediction | Marc Bernal &amp; the Difficult Choices Ahead 00:56:20 – Can Panichelli Reach the World Cup? The Case For &amp; Against 00:58:40 – Outro

FC Wonderkid Ep.16 | Lennart Karl: Ballon d’Or Level Prospect

Rúben Amorim has become one of the most judged managers in world football. Liverpool headaches, Man City youth revolution, early World Cup predictions, wonderkids you MUST know &amp; more! If you enjoy the episode — drop a like, subscribe, and comment: &nbsp;Should Manchester United trust Rúben Amorim with their future?&nbsp; ⸻ Timestamps of Episode 15: 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:05 — Trust Rúben Amorim.wirtz00:14:50 — What’s happening at Liverpool? Can Florian Wirtz + Mo Salah coexist? 00:22:03 — Man City Youth Revolution: Cherki Bargain Signing 00:27:00 — Arsenal Defense Options &amp; Aston Villa Rebuild 00:29:50 — World Cup Early Thoughts: Vuskovic Will Go Bold 00:35:25 — Declan Rice for Ballon d’Or? Comparing World Class Midfielders. 00:37:43 — England Midfield Plan vs Croatia 00:39:04 — Haaland vs Mbappé: Battle of Titans. 00:42:25 — USMNT Should Go Through. 00:44:00 — Neymar MUST Be in the World Cup 00:47:20 — Don’t Sleep on Japan! Young Core Rising 00:49:30 — Wonderkids You Need to Know (Yan Diomande, Leipzig) 01:03:00 — Outro

Will Rúben Amorim Save Manchester United?

In this episode we GO BOLD and break down the biggest rising stars in world football — from the Champions League to the U17 World Cup. We analyse Estêvão’s incredible impact, highlight wonderkids Chelsea are scouting or have already secured, and talk about talents like Geovany Quenda, Lennart Karl, Rayan (Vasco), JJ Gabriel, Robinho Jr., and Kenan Yıldız. FC Wonderkid Episode 14 Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:00 – Estêvão’s Bold Champions League Impact + Why Everyone Should Watch Vasco’s Rayan 00:03:35 – Chelsea’s Defensive Future: The Young Talents to Track 00:07:30 – Geovany Quenda: Remember the Name — Chelsea’s Elite Early Move (feat. Rodrigo Mora) 00:13:45 – Wonderkids Lighting It Up Who Look Destined for Chelsea 00:18:25 – Lennart Karl Has ARRIVED: The Best 2008-Born Player? 00:22:50 – PORTUGAL Win the U17 World Cup + Our Best XI of the Tournament 00:35:15 – COMO Are Going BOLD! Cesc Fàbregas Is Becoming an Elite Young Manager 00:40:30 – Wonderkids Who Could Be on the Move Soon 00:42:40 – Phil Foden’s Elite Legacy + Are Arsenal the Premier League Favourites? 00:50:00 – Juventus… Please Extend Kenan Yıldız Immediately 00:54:30 – JJ Gabriel &amp; Robinho Jr.: Future Duo in Manchester United’s First Team? 00:56:30 – Outro

Chelsea Are Building a SUPERTEAM of Wonderkids

We reveal the Best U23 Premier League XI, break down the full Manchester United rebuild under Rúben Amorim, and debate why Argentina and Portugal must be major World Cup 2026 contenders. Plus: Ian Wright backing Bellingham, Ronaldo’s impact on Portugal, Brazil’s future with Estevão (and possible Neymar return), bold Premier League predictions, Man City’s next steps, Haaland’s generational rise, and the top wonderkids outside Europe’s top 5 leagues.Shoutout to Irish hero Troy Parrott. Timestamps – Episode 13 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:20 – Best U23 XI in the Premier League 00:26:30 – Manchester United rebuild under Rúben Amorim 00:38:39 – Argentina &amp; Portugal are World Cup 2026 favourites 00:43:10 – Ian Wright defending Jude Bellingham 00:47:01 – Ronaldo, Carlos Queiroz &amp; Mourinho shaping Portugal 00:53:00 – Estevão leading Brazil? Will Neymar return? 00:59:03 – Bold Premier League predictions &amp; Man City rebuild 01:02:10 – Erling Haaland: generational striker 01:07:20 – Wonderkids you must know (outside top 5 leagues) 01:17:00 – Outro &amp; Irish hero Troy Parrott

The BEST U23 Premier League XI That Will DOMINATE This Season

FULL EPISODE 12 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 – Intro 00:02:45 – Expectations for the Portuguese National Team after the big win! 00:06:37 – U17 World Cup Breakdown: Final predictions + all the standout names you MUST know from the tournament so far. 00:21:50 – Chelsea Recruitment Masterclass (Again): Deinner Ordóñez signed &amp; Dastan Satpayev incoming. Chelsea’s scouting keeps winning. 00:28:10 – Estevão Willian: Can he one day compete with Lamine Yamal? 00:32:06 – Manchester UnitedRealistic signings the club should be targeting next. 00:36:50 – The World Has Discovered Kees SmitA bold prediction for a record transfer in AZ Alkmaar history. 00:40:50 – Woltemade Appreciation + Liverpool’s IssuesWhy Woltemade is rising fast — and what’s really going wrong at Anfield. 00:47:08 – Bayern Munich Are Trusting the Youth 00:49:24 – XI of Wonderkids Impressing This SeasonOur full lineup of the biggest breakout stars. 01:01:49 – No Álvaro Carreras for Spain?A shocker — and a terrible decision. 01:04:40 – Can England Win the World Cup?And should Phil Foden start every game? 01:11:00 – Outro + Final Bold Suggestion on Rúben Amorim

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