FC Wonderkid

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 — Intro00:00:57 — 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 Season00:47:20 — Our Top 5 U23 Players of 202500:53:40 — FC Wonderkid Best XI U23 (2025)00:56:40 — Outro

EPISODE 17 – FC WONDERKID PODCAST 00:00:00 – Intro00:00:45 – Real Madrid vs Barcelona: title race updates & 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 00:50:00 – Youngsters who’ve developed massively in Europe’s top 5 leagues00:53:50 – Wonderkid Start / Bench / Sell game01:00:30 – Outro

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 00:02:00 – Man City Go Bold: Trusting Youth at the Top Level | Cherki & Foden the New Elite Duo.00:07:10 – Arsenal’s Young Defense Appreciation 00:10:04 – Aston Villa’s 9-Game Winning Run | Morgan Rogers’ Breakout into the best in the league talk 00:12:01 – Wonderkids You NEED to Know Before the Next Transfer Window | Rayan, Nathan De Cat, Mika Godts & More00:35:15 – Michael Olise: Still Underrated, Still Elite00:37:42 – Strasbourg’s Historic Season? Why This Year Feels Different00:41:50 – Lamine Yamal Will Win the Ballon d’Or | Why He Beats Haaland & Mbappé00:44:50 – JJ Gabriel Spotlight: A Prospect Set to Make History00:48:00 – Chelsea’s Centre-Back Dilemma | Youth Options, Big Decisions & Why Valentín Barco Deserves More Respect00:53:50 – Bold Barcelona Prediction | Marc Bernal & the Difficult Choices Ahead00:56:20 – Can Panichelli Reach the World Cup? The Case For & Against00:58:40 – Outro

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 & more!If you enjoy the episode — drop a like, subscribe, and comment: Should Manchester United trust Rúben Amorim with their future? ⸻Timestamps of Episode 15:00:00:00 — Intro00:01:05 — 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 Signing00:27:00 — Arsenal Defense Options & Aston Villa Rebuild00:29:50 — World Cup Early Thoughts: Vuskovic Will Go Bold00:35:25 — Declan Rice for Ballon d’Or? Comparing World Class Midfielders.00:37:43 — England Midfield Plan vs Croatia00:39:04 — Haaland vs Mbappé: Battle of Titans.00:42:25 — USMNT Should Go Through.00:44:00 — Neymar MUST Be in the World Cup00:47:20 — Don’t Sleep on Japan! Young Core Rising00:49:30 — Wonderkids You Need to Know (Yan Diomande, Leipzig)01:03:00 — Outro

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 – Intro00:01:00 – Estêvão’s Bold Champions League Impact + Why Everyone Should Watch Vasco’s Rayan00:03:35 – Chelsea’s Defensive Future: The Young Talents to Track00:07:30 – Geovany Quenda: Remember the Name — Chelsea’s Elite Early Move (feat. Rodrigo Mora)00:13:45 – Wonderkids Lighting It Up Who Look Destined for Chelsea00:18:25 – Lennart Karl Has ARRIVED: The Best 2008-Born Player?00:22:50 – PORTUGAL Win the U17 World Cup + Our Best XI of the Tournament00:35:15 – COMO Are Going BOLD! Cesc Fàbregas Is Becoming an Elite Young Manager00:40:30 – Wonderkids Who Could Be on the Move Soon00:42:40 – Phil Foden’s Elite Legacy + Are Arsenal the Premier League Favourites?00:50:00 – Juventus… Please Extend Kenan Yıldız Immediately00:54:30 – JJ Gabriel & Robinho Jr.: Future Duo in Manchester United’s First Team?00:56:30 – Outro

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 1300:00:00 – Intro00:01:20 – Best U23 XI in the Premier League00:26:30 – Manchester United rebuild under Rúben Amorim00:38:39 – Argentina & Portugal are World Cup 2026 favourites00:43:10 – Ian Wright defending Jude Bellingham00:47:01 – Ronaldo, Carlos Queiroz & Mourinho shaping Portugal00:53:00 – Estevão leading Brazil? Will Neymar return?00:59:03 – Bold Premier League predictions & Man City rebuild01:02:10 – Erling Haaland: generational striker01:07:20 – Wonderkids you must know (outside top 5 leagues)01:17:00 – Outro & Irish hero Troy Parrott

FULL EPISODE 12 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 – Intro00:02:45 – 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 & 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 Youth00:49:24 – 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

In this episode, we reveal the Top 10 Wonderkids in Football 2025 — the future stars ready to dominate world football. From Ballon d’Or potential to transfer targets for clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United, Barcelona, and Real Madrid, these are the young players you NEED to know. Episode 11 Timestamps — The Future of Football is NOW! 00:00:00 – Intro00:01:40 – Top 10 Players Aged 21 & Under — Very Different Lists! 00:13:45 – Wonderkid Transfers: Recommending Signings for Chelsea, Man United, Barcelona & More! 00:39:05 – Wonderkids Set to Shine at the Next World Cup! 00:50:17 – Final Questions — All About Wonderkids (and All Bold!) 00:56:00 – Outro Don’t miss it — subscribe and Go Bold! If you love scouting talent, football debates, and bold predictions — this one’s for you!