Youngest Players In The World Cup

We will take a look at the youngest players in this years World Cup.Michael Owen, Diego Maradona, Pele, Thomas Muller and Iker Casillas made their World Cup debuts when they were extremely young and thoroughly impressed in the tournament. This year will also see some boys turn out for their country in one of the biggest sports competitions in history. Heres the list:

#5 Divock Origi

Age: 19 Years 57 Days

Country: Belgium

Caps: 2

The Kenyan Origin striker is the youngest player in Belgiums youthful squad and is expected to see some action in the tournament. Origi earned a place in the Red Devils squad after scoring a fabulous 10 goals in 19 appearances for their Under 21 team.

#4 Carlos Gruezo

Age: 19 Years 58 Days

Country: Ecuador

Caps: 4

The talented Ecuadorian midfielder is his countrys youngest player and is expected to play a big part in their World Cup campaign.

#3 Julian Green

Age: 18 Years 10 Days

Country: USA

Caps: 2

The young American may have only made 1 appearance for the Bayern Munich senior team but has been magnificent for their reserve side scoring 15 goals in 23 appearances which earned him a place in his countrys World Cup squad.

#2 Luke Shaw

Age: 18 Years 329 Days

Country: England

Caps: 2

The Southampton wonder boy is the Three Lions youngest player in this edition of the World Cup and undoubtedly one of the most talented. Roy Hodgson was so impressed with Shaws skills that he chose him over veteran Ashley Cole in the World Cup squad.

#1 Fabrice Olinga

Age: 18 Years 35 Days

Country: Cameroon

Caps: 8

The promising Malaga forward is the youngest player in this years World Cup. Olinga is blessed with pace along with trickery and has earned the nickname Happy Feet due to his skills.