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Substitutions that changed the football history

From Gareth Bale to Mario Gotze, there have been many instances of substitutions that changed football history. In this article, Sportzpoint explores those legendary substitutions.

Nov 13, 2024, 1:40 PMโ€ข6 min read

Substitutions that changed the football history

Players who earn a place in the starting eleven crash into the headlines mostly, but those who come off the bench are never insignificant. Depending on the situation and for various other tactical and strategic moves, substitute players can make huge differences when things start getting tough on the pitch. 

Sportzpoint explores the greatest substitutions that changed the football history and remained folkloric.

Mario Gotze

(Germany vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup Final 2014)

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Mario Gotze lived the dream of every footballer back in 2014 when he scored the only goal against Argentina in the Final to take Germany to their fourth World Cup glory

Gotze came off the bench replacing the legendary Miroslav Klose, only two minutes before the full-time whistle but the game ended goalless. However, in the 113 minute of AET, Gotze received Schurrle's pass on the left and from a close range to the goal; and his left-footed strike fooled Argentina keeper Romero to end up in the goal. 

Argentina could not bounce back from this late setback and Germany lifted the World Cup 2014. Mario Gotze's substitution remained one of the most impactful in the history of football. 

Gareth Bale

(Real Madrid vs Liverpool, UCL Final 2017-18)

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Gareth Bale admitted in an interview with FourFourTwo that he was very frustrated after not getting a start for Real Madrid in the 2017-18 UCL Final against Liverpool. However, Bale's fallout with Real Madrid's then-manager Zinedine Zidane led us to experience one of the greatest substitutions in the Champions League's history.

After a goalless first half, Karim Benzema opened the scoring in the 51st minute; but Sadio Mane only took 4 minutes to equalize for Liverpool. In the 61st minute, Bale replaced Isco but who would have thought that the Welshman was going to rewrite history and all by himself? 

Only 3 minutes after Bale came on, Marcelo's cross found him in the box and Bale produced an acrobatic overhead volley, and the ball ended up in the net. Bale sealed the victory for Madrid in the 83rd minute with a rocketed strike which made Liverpool keeper Karius fumble and the ball went inside. Coming off the bench, Gareth Bale scored this heroic brace to lead Real Madrid to win their third consecutive UCL title.

Eder

(Portugal vs France, EURO 2016 Final)

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Eder became an overnight sensation after slotting a late strike to win Portugal the EURO 2016, their first-ever major trophy in history

France and Portugal both wasted opportunities in the full-time but things became very wrong for Portugal way before. In the 25th minute, the talisman Cristiano Ronaldo faced a rough challenge from Dimitri Payet, and he was subbed off injured. However, Eder came off the bench in the 79th minute of the Final but the 90-minute of play ended in a stalemate of a 0-0 scoreline.

But it was Eder, who only played 13 minutes in the tournament, stepped up and broke the deadlock to score the only goal in the final in the 109th minute. France could not produce a comeback as Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo lifted their first-ever major international trophy.

Ilkay Gundogan

(Manchester City vs Aston Villa, 2021-22 Premier League)

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It was a neck-to-neck battle between Manchester City and Liverpool in the 2021-22 Premier League title race. Before heading into the last matchday on 22 May 2022, Manchester City was atop the table with 90 points in 37 matches and Liverpool was positioned just behind with 89 points in the same number of games.

Manchester City was set to face Aston Villa in the last match of the season and a win would ensure their fourth consecutive PL title. However, things did not go as planned for Pep Guardiola's men as Matty Cash scored for Villa in the 37th minute, and Philippe Coutinho extended the lead in the 69th minute. Coincidentally, Ilkay Gundogan replaced Bernardo Silva just one minute before Villa's second goal. Man City's title contender Liverpool was playing Wolves at the same time and they were held to a 1-1 draw after 70 minutes.

What happened afterward will always be written in golden words in the Premier League's history. It was Ilkay Gundogan who scored City's first goal in the 76th minute as his powerful header went in. Just two minutes later, Rodri placed a powerful strike to level the scoreline by 2-2 and City was back on top of the table.

It did not take much time for Gundogan to score his second and City's third as he put the ball inside with a close-range tap-in to almost win the league for City! The match eventually ended as City won the game by 3-2 and clinched their fourth consecutive PL title, all thanks to the German's magic after coming off the bench. 

Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 

(Manchester United vs Bayern Munich, 1998-99 UCL Final)

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The world witnessed one of the greatest UCL finals ever on 27 May 1999 when Manchester United and Bayern Munich faced off for the coveted glory. Manchester United won the game by 2-1 in such an otherworldly manner that it still mesmerizes the next generation, and everything happened because of two substitute players, Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Bayern Munich took an early by scoring in the 6th minute of the match. Manchester United could not break the deadlock and headed into the break trailing 0-1. Teddy Sheringham replaced Jesper Blomqvist in the 67th minute and Solskjaer was brought in by Sir Alex Ferguson to replace Andy Cole in the 81st minute. 

The game was in favour of Bayern even after 90 minutes but Sheringham slotted the ball home in just one minute into the injury time to equalize for the Red Devils. Solskjaer achieved the final glory with a simple tap-in only after two minutes, and thus the two substitutes led United to the Champions League victory.

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Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26: Smith Rowe's equaliser helps Fulham get a 1-1 draw

Get the highlights of the Fulham vs Manchester United Premier League 2025/26 match at Craven Cottage as Fulham and United played a gripping 1-1 draw.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:52 PMโ€ข1 min read

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: Smith Rowe equalises for Fulham; FUL 1-1 MUN

Hello and welcome to our LIVE blog coverage of the thrilling Premier League fixture between Fulham and Manchester United tonight.

Iโ€™m Barnali Debnath, here to bring you real-time updates, detailed commentary, and all the latest news as these two teams battle it out on the pitch.

Fulham will be looking to capitalise on their home crowd support and secure valuable points, while Manchester United aims to showcase their quality and climb higher in the league standings.

Stay with us for live scores, tactical breakdowns, key moments, and post-match reactions.

Whether youโ€™re cheering for the Cottagers or the Red Devils, you wonโ€™t want to miss a single update from this exciting encounter!

LIVE Updates

Aug 24, 2025, 3:34 PM

LIVE Score

Aug 24, 2025, 5:24 PM

Full-time | Fulham 1-1 Manchester United

Back-to-back draws for Fulham and United still look for their first win of the campaign. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:23 PM

90+4' | Save from Leno

Leno punches away an attempt and it is a vital corner for United.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:22 PM

90+3' | Chance for Andersen

From the corner, Andersen had the whole goal to aim at. But, he could not make the correct connection. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:21 PM

90+3' | De Ligt blocks

Smith Rowe's attempt from the edge of the box is deflected away for a corner by De Ligt.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:19 PM

90' | 5 minutes added

5 minutes have been added.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:18 PM

True that!

Aug 24, 2025, 5:17 PM

88' | So close from Maguire

This is what he does. Maguire leapt in the air and got the connection from the corner. But, it missed the target just by inches. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:15 PM

87' | Changes for United

Yoro and Shaw are replaced by Maguire and Heaven. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:14 PM

84' | Yoro saves United again

Yoro blocks an attempt from Jimenez again. The combination of Jimenez and Smith Rowe has been working very well for Fulham.

Aug 24, 2025, 5:10 PM

80' | Fulham keep on coming

With Jimenez, Smith Rowe and Tete in action, Fulham are roaming in and around the United box for last few minutes. 

Aug 24, 2025, 5:05 PM

Talk about impact

Aug 24, 2025, 5:04 PM

The goal!

Aug 24, 2025, 5:02 PM

73' | GGGGGOOOOOAAAALLLLLLLLL | FUL 1-1 MUN

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: Smith Rowe equalises for Fulham; FUL 1-1 MUNThe substitute Smith Rowe does the job with his first touch of the match. 

Iwobi with the cross and Jimenez could not get a touch to it but Smith Rowe was able to get a toe to it. 

Curial goal for Fulham.

Fulham 1-1 Manchester United.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:59 PM

71' | Double change for Fulham

Jimenez and Smith Rowe replaced Munoz and King.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:59 PM

69' | Iwobi shoots over

Just before the substitution, from the corner, Iwobi had the chance with a volley. However, his attempt went over the goal.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:58 PM

69' | Change for United

Ugarte replaces Mount. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:57 PM

68' | Corner for Fulham

Fulham have the record for making comebacks in the Premier League. They have looked well after conceding the goal. 

This time, Josh King's cross was deflected away for a corner by Bruno. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:53 PM

The goal again!

Aug 24, 2025, 4:51 PM

62' | Changes for Fulham

Wilson and Robinson are in for Castagne and Sessegnon.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:47 PM

58' | YYYYYYYYYOOOOOOORRRRRRROOOOOOOO | FUL 0-1 MUN

Fulham vs Manchester United: Yoro's header went in after deflection from MunizLeni Yoro scores for Manchester United from the corner. 

Oh this is an own goal from Muniz. Yoro's header was deflected into their own goal by Muiz. 

Fulham 0-1 Manchester United. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:46 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 4:43 PM

54' | Great challenge from Yorro

Josh King in action against Manchester United.

Great recovery challenge from Leni Yoro as he wins the ball back from Josh King. King was nearly one-on-one if he was able to get another chance. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:41 PM

52' | Changes for United

Casemiro and Amad are out. Dalot and Sesko are in. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:40 PM

51' | Block from Luke Shaw

Good start from Fulham. De Ligt has made a block a few minutes ago and Luke Shaw now blocks a cross from the right. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:39 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 4:36 PM

Second half starts

No changes from either team.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:19 PM

Half-time | Fulham 0-0 Manchester United

Both teams had their chances. United had the best chance with Cunha hitting the post and Bruno Fernandes missing the penalty. 

Changes in the second half? Let's see. We will see you after the break.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:18 PM

Ouch!

Aug 24, 2025, 4:17 PM

45+1' | De Ligt with a block

Another huge chance for Fulham from a corner. However, after a mixup, De Ligt was there in the middle to block an on-target shot from the middle.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:16 PM

45' | 2 minutes added

2 minutes added as injury time.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:15 PM

Told ya, this is a rare thing

Aug 24, 2025, 4:12 PM

41' | Muniz misses the target

Muniz at the far post had the whole goal to aim at with his header from the corner. However, he missed the target.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:11 PM

40' | Iwobi is injured

After making a good run on the left and attempting a cross close to the byline, Iwobi crashed into the electronic board. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:09 PM

39' | Yellow card

Yellow card to Casemiro for a dive. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:09 PM

38' | Bruno misses the penalty

Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025-26 LIVE Blog: LIVE Scores, Updates, News and Free Commentary | Burno misses the penalty; FUL 0-0 MUN

Ohh, we have not seen this before. Bruno balloons that ball, and it is a huge miss from the Manchester United captain. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:07 PM

36' | Penalty for Manchester United

The referee has decided to give a penalty. The fans and Fulham boss do not like it. But it looked like a penalty. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:05 PM

34' | VAR check for a penalty

Bassey had held and swung Mount around inside the box during the corner a minute ago.

A VAR check is going to check.

Aug 24, 2025, 4:03 PM

32' | Block from Bassey

Mount with a clever pass inside his legs found Bruno Fernandes. However, Bruno's cross was blocked by Bassey. 

Aug 24, 2025, 4:01 PM

30' | Mount looks for Mbeumo

Mount from the middle looks for Mbeumo but could not do it perfectly as he lost the ball and posession. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:57 PM

How good Cunha has been so far?

Cunha - Fulham vs Manchester United LIVE | sportzpoint.com

Aug 24, 2025, 3:56 PM

26' | Block from Yoro

Important block from Yoro as Fulham was looking to attack the box via a cross from the left.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:55 PM

24' | United looking to go direct

This is the third time United have looked to go for a direct pass inside the box from the middle.

This time, Casemiro looks for Amad on the right. However, it was a bit long. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:53 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 3:52 PM

Aug 24, 2025, 3:50 PM

19' | Another corner for Fulham

This is their third corner in last three minutes. Good spell for the home side. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:47 PM

17' | Save from Bayฤฑndฤฑr

From the corner, Iwobi smashed a volley, which was on target. 

Save from Bayฤฑndฤฑr to deny him.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:45 PM

14' | Save from Leno

Brilliant save from Leno. Long ball from Bayฤฑndฤฑr and Cunha, after a great recieve, went for a volley. Leno was up to the task, though.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:43 PM

13' | Save from Bayฤฑndฤฑr

Bayฤฑndฤฑr makes a good save as Josh King had the chance to flick the ball over the goalkeeper. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:41 PM

10' | Save from Leno

Bruno Fernandes' shot from outside the box bounced in front of Leno. The goalkeeper was able to push the ball away. 

Aug 24, 2025, 3:40 PM

10' | Tackle from Sessegnon

Good sliding tackle from Sessegnon on Amad. It goes for a goal kick.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:39 PM

7' | Calvin Bassey is down

Calvin Bassey is down after a tussle with Mbeumo. He had to leave the field and come back again as it was a head injury.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:37 PM

Portuguese minds

Marco Silva and Ruben Amorim

Aug 24, 2025, 3:35 PM

4' | Dorgu hits the side net

Patrick Dorgu in Fulham vs Manchester United, Premier League 2025/26Dorgu made a great run on the left and then smashed the ball on the side net. However, he was offside.

Aug 24, 2025, 3:34 PM

1' | Kick-off

Here we GO!

Aug 24, 2025, 3:15 PM

Fulham's King!

Aug 24, 2025, 3:14 PM

Warming up

Aug 24, 2025, 2:44 PM

Lineups | Manchester United

Starting XI: A. Bayฤฑndฤฑr, L. Yoro, M. de Ligt, L. Shaw, A. Diallo, Casemiro, B. Fernandes, P. Dorgu, B. Mbeumo, M. Mount, M. Cunha

Subs: Andrรฉ Onana, Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Harry Maguire, Tyler Fredricson, Kobbie Mainoo, Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin ล eลกko, Joshua Zirkzee

Aug 24, 2025, 2:44 PM

Lineups | Fulham

Starting XI: B. Leno, K. Tete, J. Andersen, C. Bassey, T. Castagne, S. Lukiฤ‡, S. Berge, R. Sessegnon, J. King, A. Iwobi, R. Muniz

Subs: Benjamin Lecomte, Jorge Cuenca, Antonee Robinson, Harrison Reed, Tom Cairney, Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Adama Traorรฉ, Raรบl Jimรฉnez

Aug 24, 2025, 1:36 PM

They are here too!

Aug 24, 2025, 1:35 PM

Beautiful!

Aug 24, 2025, 1:34 PM

Fulham vs Manchester United: H2H stats

Matches Fulham Draw Manchester United
36 4 6 26

Aug 24, 2025, 1:33 PM

How to watch the Fulham vs Manchester United in India?

Football fans from India can watch the Fulham vs. Manchester United Premier League 2025/26 match on JioHotstar. Moreover, the match will be televised on Star Sports Television Channels in India.

Aug 24, 2025, 1:32 PM

Match details

Match: Fulham vs Manchester United

Date: 24 August 2025

Time: 9 pm IST

Venue: Craven Cottage

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Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 Reacp: Real Madrid win by 1-0; Mbappe with the goal

Get the highlights of the Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 match at the Santiago Bernabeu as Kylian Mbappe's goal from the penalty spot gave Real Madrid a 1-0 win.

Aug 19, 2025, 9:18 PMโ€ข1 min read

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Mbappe scores from the penalty spot; RMA 1-0 OSA
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Hello and welcome to Sportz Point's another LIVE blog. 

Tonight we have the Real Madrid vs Osasuna match in La Liga 2025/26 as the 36-time Spanish champions look for a perfect start to the season under new coach Xabi Alonso.

Real Madrid, last season's runners-up in the league, did not have a great season overall under Carlo Ancelotti and will look for a fresh start this season. 

Read Also: Mallorca vs FC Barcelona, La Liga 2025/26 Highlights: Barcelona win by 3-0 against 9-men Mallorca

In the meantime, Osasuna missed Champions League qualification despite finishing well last season. They will hope for a top-five finish this season, and doing well against a team like Real Madrid will do wonders for them.

This is Barnali Debnath, who will bring you all the LIVE updates of the match, including the build and post-match analysis. So, stay tuned and enjoy the coverage. 

LIVE Updates

Aug 19, 2025, 7:04 PM

LIVE Score

Aug 19, 2025, 9:11 PM

Thank You

Thank you for staying up with us throughout the coverage. I hope you enjoyed the match. 

Good night. See you in the next match.

Aug 19, 2025, 9:01 PM

Full time | RAM 1-0 OSA

Job done for Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso. 

Three points to start the season. Mbappe with the goal from the spot. 

Osasuna would not be disappointed either, as they have been able to avoid a big defeat at the Bernabeu. The red card at the end could have been avoided as well.

Real Madrid 1-0 Osasuna.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:58 PM

90+4' | Red card

A direct red card has been shown to Bretones for a foul on Gonzalo on the byline. Unnecessary from the Osasuna midfielder.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:57 PM

90+3' | Mastantuono showing what he has got

Although he has given the ball away a few times, he has been fearless and quick to make movements. Future.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:53 PM

90' | 5 minutes added

5 minutes added the full time.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:53 PM

90' | Change from Madrid

In: Ceballos

Out: Guler

Aug 19, 2025, 8:52 PM

89' | Save from Herera

Mastantuono's left-footed attempt from left, from close range, was saved by Herera.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:51 PM

88' | Osasuna are looking to go forward now

After defending for a long time, they are finally looking to score that goal. 

Aug 19, 2025, 8:49 PM

85' | Chance for Budimir

From the corner, Budimir had the chance to head the ball inside the goal. However, his header went over the post.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:49 PM

85' | Change for Osasuna

In: Raul

Out: Gomez

Aug 19, 2025, 8:47 PM

84' | Carvajal in action

Carvajal had to come running and make a sliding challenge to stop Munez.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:45 PM

10 minutes to go!

Can Osasuna score, or will Real Madrid score another goal to earn the full points?

Aug 19, 2025, 8:41 PM

78' | Change for Real Madrid

In: Gonzalo Garcia

Out: Vinicius Jr.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:40 PM

78' | Change for Osasuna

In: Moi

Out: Aimer

Aug 19, 2025, 8:39 PM

75' | Second cooling break

Second cooling break of the match.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:37 PM

74' | Chance for Tchouamรฉni

Mastantuono's corner had found Tchouamรฉni. But, his headed attempt missed the far post by a few inches.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:36 PM

72' | Good from Torro

Vinicius's cross from the left was about to find Mastantuono, who was waiting in the middle of the box for a header.

But, Torro came in between and deflected it for a corner.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:31 PM

68' | Double change for Real Madrid

In: Trent, Brahim

Out: Carvajal, Mastantuono

Aug 19, 2025, 8:29 PM

66' | Change for Osasuna

In: Munoz

Out: Ruben Garcia.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:28 PM

64' | Chance for Osasuna

Chance for Osasuna as Bretones's shot from the byline on the left went through the legs of Trent, and then it was saved by Courtois.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:26 PM

63' | Guler goes for the goal

The 20-year old goes for the goal from the edge of the box with a left-footed shot. However, he missed the target.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:25 PM

How many will he score this season?

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Mbappe scores from the penalty spot; RMA 1-0 OSA

Aug 19, 2025, 8:23 PM

The foul that handed Real Madrid the penalty

Aug 19, 2025, 8:20 PM

56' | Boyomo makes a block

Absolutely brilliant from Mbappe, who stopped, dropped the shoulders and dribbled past defenders before sending a cross from the right.

Tchouamรฉni's side-footed shot from that cross was blocked by Boyomo.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:18 PM

Up and running

Aug 19, 2025, 8:14 PM

51' | MBBBBBBBAAAAAPPPPEEEEEEEE | RMA 1-0 OSA

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Mbappe scores from the penalty spot; RMA 1-0 OSAMbappe wins the penalty, and he converts it too. 

He sends the goalkeeper on the wrong side and hits the back of the net easily.

Real Madrid 1-0 Osasuna.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:13 PM

50' | Penalty for Real Madrid

Juan Cruz fouls Mbappe inside the box, and it is a penalty.

Aug 19, 2025, 8:10 PM

Do they?

Aug 19, 2025, 8:08 PM

46' | Second half starts

No changes from either team as Osasuna get us away in the second half. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:54 PM

Half-time | RMA 0-0 OSA

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Real Madrid unable to break Osasuna's defence; RMA 0-0 OSA at half-time | sportzpoint.comTarget achieved for Osasuna as they have been able to head into the tunnel without conceding a goal. 

They defended deep and worked hard to frustrate the Los Blancos. 

Mbappe had a few chances, Vinicius too, Huijsen took a few shots, while Militao also was on target once. But, still, they have not been able to break the shackles. 

Real Madrid 0-0 Osasuna at halftime.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:50 PM

45+1' | Block from Bretones

Bretones makes a good block as Mbappe's spectacular acrobatic attempt from close range was negotiated well. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:49 PM

45' | Vini asks for a penalty

Boyomo had pushed down Vinicius inside the box as he went for the ball. 

But the push was not that hard to call as a penalty. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:48 PM

43' | Huijsen takes another shot

Huijsen takes another chance as there were no Real Madrid players inside the box.

He took the chance but was not on target. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:45 PM

40' | Chance for Osusana

For the first time in the match, Osasuna had the chance to go for the goal. 

Militao's clearance was not good, and it fell right for Budimir to go for the goal. 

However, from the edge of the box, a bit left, he missed the target. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:44 PM

Who's making the first mistake?

Rosier and Guler in the Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26

Aug 19, 2025, 7:43 PM

38' | Vinicius misses the target

Vinicius has now taken Mbappe's spot and went for a shot from left, towards the far post. 

He missed the shot completely. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:42 PM

37' | Budimir does the defending

The Osasuna striker does the defending as Trent looked for Mbappe with a lobbed free-kick.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:41 PM

37' | Free-kick for Madrid

Foul on Mbappe and Guler or Trent to take it. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:40 PM

The visitors

Aug 19, 2025, 7:39 PM

34' | Close from Mbappe

From the right of the box, Mbappe targeted the far post with a curling effort. However, the ball did not curl enough to get into the goal. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:38 PM

Bellingham is in the house

Aug 19, 2025, 7:35 PM

Cooling break | RMA 0-0 OSA

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Scores, Updates, News and Free Commentary | No goals in first 20 minutes; RMA 0-0 OSA

Aug 19, 2025, 7:32 PM

26' | Save from Herrera

He will have to keep making these saves. 

Real Madrid are now looking to shoot from outside the box. 

Eder Militao, from 30 meters, went for a long shot. It bounced and was swinging as well. A good dive and save from Herrera 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:30 PM

25' | Timid from Mbappe

Vini's cutback from the byline found Mbappe. However, his turning left-footed attempt was not good enough to beat Herrera. 

It was not a good save, but it was safe. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:27 PM

21' | No goals so far

Real Madrid have looked to try a few different things with Huijsen coming a bit forward, Mbappe switching to the left and other things. 

But, Osasuna have been solid, brave and aggressive in defence. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:24 PM

17' | Save from Herrera

Huijsen's right-footed volley from outside the box has been dealt well by Herrera. 

The ball was going away from him and had bounced in front of him. But a well strechted dive helped him to make the save.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:20 PM

15' | Strong challenge from Boyomo

A perfectly timed challenge from Boyomo as he won the ball from Kylian Mbappe, who has swiftly changed the side and then tried to make a way through the defenders.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:18 PM

The home side!

Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 LIVE Blog: Scores, Updates, News and Free Commentary

Aug 19, 2025, 7:17 PM

11' | 'Park the Bus' already?

Not sure yet, but surely it is all defensive from the Osasuna team. They are looking to frustrate the Los Blancos and go goalless in the first 20 minutes.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:12 PM

7' | Missed target from Carreras

Enough of waiting for Carreras. He goes for the goal from the left of the box with a left-footed shot. He missed the far post by a meter. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:11 PM

6' | Madrid waiting for the mistake

It is not three, but five people in defence for Osasuna. Madrid are keeping the ball and waiting for a mistake from the opponent. 

Aug 19, 2025, 7:09 PM

3' | Good start from Osasuna

Osasuna have looked to defend from the start. Although they have a high line, they have been able to stop Vinicius from making a move on the left. The have kept the back-four intact quite well.

Aug 19, 2025, 7:02 PM

1' Kick-off

Here we go!

Aug 19, 2025, 6:46 PM

The Boss

Aug 19, 2025, 6:45 PM

Debut for T-A-A

Aug 19, 2025, 6:01 PM

Lineups | Real Madrid

Real Madrid XI
T. Courtois, T. Alexander-Arnold, ร‰. Militรฃo, D. Huijsen, ร. Carreras, F. Valverde (c), A. Tchouamรฉni, A. Gรผler, B. Dรญaz, K. Mbappรฉ, Vinรญcius Jr.

Subs: Andriy Lunin, Sergio Mestre, Daniel Carvajal, David Alaba, Raรบl Asencio, Fran Garcรญa, Dani Ceballos, Franco Mastantuono, Thiago Pitarch, Rodrygo, Gonzalo Garcรญa

Aug 19, 2025, 6:00 PM

Lineups | CA Osasuna

Osasuna XI: S. Herrera (c), F. Boyomo, A. Catena, J. Cruz, V. Rosier, J. Moncayola, L. Torrรณ, A. Bretones, R. Garcรญa, A. Budimir, A. Oroz

Subs: Aitor Fernรกndez, Dimitrios Stamatakis, Jorge Herrando, Raรบl Chasco, Iker Muรฑoz, Moi Gรณmez, Mauro Echegoyen, Asier Osambela, Raรบl Garcรญa de Haro, Kike Barja, Victor Muรฑoz

Aug 19, 2025, 5:12 PM

The visitors are here too!

Aug 19, 2025, 5:11 PM

Iconic

Aug 19, 2025, 4:19 PM

Real Madrid vs Osasuna: Last five meetings

Real Madrid are undefeated against Osasuna since January 2011. They have won seven of their 10 matches against Osuasuna, while drawing thrice.

Competition Date Home Team Away Team Result
La Liga Sat 15.02.2025 CA Osasuna (9) Real Madrid (1) 1:1
La Liga Sat 09.11.2024 Real Madrid (2) CA Osasuna (5) 4:0
La Liga Sat 16.03.2024 CA Osasuna (10) Real Madrid (1) 2:4
La Liga Sat 07.10.2023 Real Madrid (1) CA Osasuna (9) 4:0
Copa del Rey Final Sun 07.05.2023 Real Madrid CA Osasuna 2:1

Aug 19, 2025, 4:13 PM

Team News: CA Osasuna

Osasuna do not have any injury issues. Striker Ante Budimir and playmaker Aimar Oroz will be their key players in this match.

Aug 19, 2025, 4:11 PM

Team News: Real Madrid

Jude Bellingham, who has gone through an operation, will miss the match, along with Eduardo Camavinga, who has an ankle sprain. 

Antonio Rudiger will miss this match due to a card suspension. 

Aug 19, 2025, 4:08 PM

Real Madrid vs Osasuna: H2H stats

Total Real Madrid Draw Osasuna
86 53 20 13

Aug 19, 2025, 4:07 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26 match on FanCode. No television broadcast available in India for this match.

You can follow our LIVE blog for all the updates of the match.

Aug 19, 2025, 4:06 PM

Match Details

Match: Real Madrid vs Osasuna, La Liga 2025/26

Date: 20 August 2025

Time: 12.30 am IST

Venue: Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Madrid, Spain

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Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 Recap: Arsenal start with a 1-0 win; Calafiori with the goal

Get highlights of the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 match at Old Trafford Stadium as Arsenal won by 1-0, courtesy of a headed goal from Riccardo Calafiori.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:40 PMโ€ข1 min read

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 Recap: Arsenal start with a 1-0 win; Calafiori with the goal
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Hello and welcome to the Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE Blog!

Today, we bring you all the action from Old Trafford as these two English football giants clash in the season opener. Manchester United, coming off a difficult 15th-place finish last season, are eager to turn things around with a refreshed squad featuring exciting new signings.

Meanwhile, Arsenal enter the match with high hopes of ending their consecutive runner-up streak and finally capturing the Premier League title, bolstered by key additions to their lineup.

Read Also: Premier League jerseys of each club for the 2025-26 season

With a historic rivalry that includes 243 meetings, this fixture promises intense drama, tactical battles, and thrilling football moments.

Stay tuned here for minute-by-minute updates, live reactions, and expert analysis as both teams aim to kick off their campaigns with a memorable victory.

LIVE Updates

Aug 17, 2025, 3:33 PM

LIVE SCORE

Aug 17, 2025, 5:38 PM

Final verdict

It was a good game overall. Arsenal, just like last season, was great defensively. United looked good as well, but they could not find the net. 

A mistake from Bayindir helped Arsenal get the goal, and that was the game for them. 

Thank you for watching. We will see you next time. Good night. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:26 PM

Full time | United 0-1 Arsenal

Last season's runners-up Arsenal start with a win as United's tough time continued. 

It was Calafiori's goal from the corner that was enough for them to seal the win. 

United did well, especially Cunha and Mbeumo. Dorgu came close to scoring when he hit the post in the first half.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:24 PM

90+6' | Save from Raya

Maybe the final chance for United as from the corner, Mbeumo's header went straight to Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:23 PM

90+5' | Another appeal for penalty

United appeal for another penalty as Maguire fell down inside the box. No penalty givem 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM

90+3' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Lewis-Skelly as he fouled Mbeumo.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:20 PM

90+2' | Good challenge from De Ligt

Saka went for a powerful shot from close range. But De Ligt was there to block it. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:19 PM

90' | 6 minutes added

6 minutes added to the final time. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:18 PM

89' | Appealing for a penalty

United appeals for a penalty as Saliba brought down Ugarte inside the box. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:16 PM

88' | Ugarte misses the target

Yorro to Sesko, and Sesko's back heel had given Ugarte to go for the goal. However, he was not on target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM

85' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Gabriel for dissent and time wasting.

Aug 17, 2025, 5:13 PM

85' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Dorgu for a foul on Timber. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:11 PM

83' | Change for Arsenal

In: Merino

Out: Rice

Aug 17, 2025, 5:10 PM

82' | Rice hits the side net

Declan Rice with a free-kick from the edge of the box hits the side net after a deflection. He will not take the corner though as he has been subbed off. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:08 PM

80' | Change for United

In: Maguire

Out: Luke Shaw

Aug 17, 2025, 5:05 PM

77' | Easy for Raya

Good feet from Amad, but his shot did not have enough power to beat Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:02 PM

73' | Big save from Raya

What a save from Raya!

Lovely from Cunha, who made a good run and played it out wide to Dorgu on the left. Dorgu's cross found Mbeumo inside the box, who jumped in the air to head the ball.

The ball dropped in front of Raya and was going into the goal.

However, Raya dived full streched to his left to make the save. 

Aug 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

71' | Changes for Arsenal

In: Timber, Lewis-Skelly

Out: Calafiori, White

Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM

70' | Break

Ben White is down, injured and getting medical attention. Cunha believes he is wasting time. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:58 PM

69' | Huge chance for Mbeumo

Brilliant ball from Cunha, and he found Mbeumo with a perfect pass. Mbeumo just could not get his shot away and was blocked by Gabriel. 

Seconds later, his acrobatic attempt missed the target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:54 PM

65' | Double change for United

Benjamin Sesko made his Premier League debut - United vs Arsenal, Premier League 2025/26 | sportzpoint.com
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Double change from Amorim as Benjamin Sesko, who enters the fray alongside Manuel Ugarte, as Mason Mount and Casemiro make way.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:50 PM

Gyokeres tonight!

Viktor Gyokeres was subbed off in the hour mark - Manchester United vs Arsenal | sportzpoint.com

Metric Value
Minutes played 60'
Goals 0
Assists 0
Expected assists (xA) 0.06
Distance covered 7.8 km
Shots on target 0
Shots off target 0
Shots blocked 0
Dribble attempts (successful) 1 (0)
Number of sprints 12
Top speed 31.4 km/h
Touches 21
Accurate passes 4/9 (44%)
Key passes 0
Crosses (accurate) 2 (1)
Long balls (accurate) 0 (0)
Ground duels (won) 7 (2)
Aerial duels (won) 6 (1)
Possession lost 11
Fouls 3
Was fouled 2
Offsides 1
Clearances 1
Blocked shots 0
Interceptions 0
Total tackles 0
Dribbled past 0

Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM

60' | Double change for Arsenal

Viktor Gyokeres and Kai Havertz
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In: Madueke, Havertz

Out: Martinelli, Gyokeres

Aug 17, 2025, 4:48 PM

59' | Rice misses the target

Rice, who has been a bit quiet today, takes a chance with a long-range shot. But, he missed the target. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:46 PM

Rock at the back!

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE

Aug 17, 2025, 4:45 PM

57' | Raya does well

Unlike his counterpart, Raya was able to punch away the incoming delivery from Bruno Fernandes from a free-kick near the left corner. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:43 PM

55' | Change for United

In: Diallo

Out: Dalot

Aug 17, 2025, 4:42 PM

Tuchel is here

The head coach of the England men's football team is here to watch the proceedings. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:40 PM

52' | Gyokeres's tough game continues

Viktor Gyokeres is tackled by Matthijs de Ligt
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After a long pass, Gyokeres on the left had the chance to make a cutback and go for the goal. However, he could not control the ball and lost it against De Ligt. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:37 PM

49' | Block from Gabriel

Luke Shaw found Mount with a cutback, and Mount's left-footed volley, which was on target, was blocked by Gabriel. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:35 PM

Second half starts

No changes from either team.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:19 PM

Half-time | United 0-1 Arsenal

Arsenal head into the tunnel with a 1-0 lead. It was an extremely open first half. 

Calafiori scored from a corner. Dorgu hit the post. Cunha and Mbeumo looked good so far for United. 

Lots of action to come in the second half. 

Stay tuned. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM

1 minute added

1 minute has been added to the first 45 minutes. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:17 PM

45' | Gyokeres has not been at his best

On his Premier League debut, the big signing of the season has not shone so far for Arsenal. He has lacked control and accuracy. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:14 PM

43' | Weak cross

Weak cross from Dorgu from the left. The cross was defended well by White. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:13 PM

42' | Yellow card

First yellow card of the day. Calafiori gets the yellow card for holding down Mbeumo.

Aug 17, 2025, 4:11 PM

Cunha has been everywhere

Matheus Cunha battles with Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi in midfield.
Image - manchester united on X

Aug 17, 2025, 4:10 PM

38' | Another chance for Cunha

Cunha has been a threat to Arsenal in the last few minutes. He has been sharp, quick and making moves.

His attempted cross from the left, close range, was deflected away by Raya. No United player was there to take the advantage though. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:07 PM

The battle of midfield!

Manchester United v Arsenal - Premier League - Casemio and Odegaard going for a ball
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Aug 17, 2025, 4:04 PM

33' | Huge chance for Cunha

Great run from Cunha as United looked to attack with a counterattack. But Cunha could not finish well as he shot directly at Raya, timidly. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:03 PM

32' | Chance for Martinelli

Martinelli went for a bicycle kick inside the box but could not connect the shot. 

Aug 17, 2025, 4:02 PM

30' | Dorgu hits the post

Great start from the youngster. On the left, he made a good run, made a cut to his right and then went for a powerful shot. He hit the far post, missing the goal by an inch. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:58 PM

26' | Weak shot from Martinelli

Martinelli's weak right footed shot from close range was grabbed easily by Bayindir.

Aug 17, 2025, 3:56 PM

25' | Corner for United

Casemiro won the ball back in their half and then sent a good long ball for Mbeumo. Mbeumo's shot was deflected for a corner by Gabriel. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:55 PM

23' | United appealing for a penalty

David Raya made a huge mistake in the goal, and as Cunha went for the goal, Raya pushed him to win the ball back.

However, the referee did not feel it was good enough for a penalty. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:51 PM

Aug 17, 2025, 3:51 PM

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Aug 17, 2025, 3:48 PM

16' | Foul by Zubimendi

A long ball from the middle was falling dangerously for Bruno Fernandes. Zubimendi came running in for the ball and fouled Bruno. 

Free kick from the edge of the box for United. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:46 PM

13' | GGGGGGGGOOOOOOOAAAAALLLLLLL | MUN 0-1 ARS

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE: Scores, News, Updates and Free Commentary | Calafiori scores an early goal for Arsenal; MUN 0-1 ARS

Manchester United vs Arsenal Premier League 2025/26 LIVE: Scores, News, Updates and Free Commentary | Calafiori scores an early goal for Arsenal; MUN 0-1 ARSArsenal scores from the corner. 

Calafiori headed the ball inside the goal as Bayindir could not save the corner from Declan Rice cleanly, and Calafiori just headed the ball for the first goal. 

Manchester United 0-1 Arsenal.

Aug 17, 2025, 3:44 PM

11' | De Ligt does well

Odegaard was looking to send a cross from close range on the left. However, his attempt has been blocked by De Ligt, and it goes for a corner. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:41 PM

Meantime, if you follow Indian football!

Aug 17, 2025, 3:38 PM

6' | Raya makes an easy save

Mason Mount with a through ball for Mbeumo to make a run inside the box. However, he could not go past Raya. 

Easy grab for Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:34 PM

3' | Good start for Mbeumo

Manchester United's new No. 19 has started well as he looked to apply pressure on Zubimendi first and then Raya. 

Aug 17, 2025, 3:32 PM

1' | Kick-off

Kick-off in Manchester. 

Aug 17, 2025, 2:42 PM

Debuts for Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi

Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi make their Premier League debuts - sportzpoint.com

Aug 17, 2025, 2:41 PM

Lineups: Manchester United

Starting XI: Bayindir, Dalot, de Ligt, Yoro, Shaw, Dorgu, Casemiro, Fernandes, Cunha, Mbeumo, Mount. 
Subs: Heaton, Maguire, Heaven, Mainoo, Fredricson, Ugarte, Amad, Zirkzee, Sesko. 

Aug 17, 2025, 2:41 PM

Lineups: Arsenal

Starting XI: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Odegaard, Saka, Martinelli, Gyokeres. 
Subs: Arrizabalaga, Timber, Lewis-Skelly, Mosquera, Merino, Nwaneri, Trossard, Madueke, Havertz.

Aug 17, 2025, 2:40 PM

The gunners are here too!

Aug 17, 2025, 2:39 PM

Beautiful indeed!

Aug 17, 2025, 12:24 PM

Possible lineups

Manchester United: Bayฤฑndฤฑr, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw, Diallo, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dorgu, Mbeumo, ล eลกko, Cunha.

Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, ร˜degaard, Martinelli, Gyรถkeres

Aug 17, 2025, 12:23 PM

Ready to raise the bar

Aug 17, 2025, 12:23 PM

Country Roads at Old Trafford

Aug 17, 2025, 12:22 PM

Manchester United vs Arsenal: Head-to-head stats

This will be the 243rd meeting between the two clubs, with Manchester United leading with 99 wins compared to Arsenalโ€™s 89 victories. Recent Premier League clashes have favoured Arsenal, who won 3 of the last 5 matches, including a 2-0 victory in December 2024. 

Aug 17, 2025, 12:20 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the Manchester United vs Arsenal match LIVE on JioHotstar and Star Sports TV Channels in India. 

Aug 17, 2025, 12:19 PM

Match Details

Match: Manchester United vs Arsenal

Tournament: Premier League 2025/26

Date: 17 August 2025

Time: 9 pm IST

Venue: Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester

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Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener: Late strike from Chiesa and Salah hand Liverpool a perfect 4-2 win

Get the highlights of the Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26 match as the defending champions started their title defence with a 4-2 win.

Aug 15, 2025, 9:19 PMโ€ข1 min read

Get the highlights of the Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26 match as the defending champions started their title defence with a 4-2 win.
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Welcome to our live coverage of the Premier League 2025-26.

Defending champion Liverpool will begin its title defence today when it hosts Bournemouth for the Premier League 2025-26 season opener. While Arne Slotโ€™s men will look to quickly move on from last weekโ€™s FA Community Shield defeat to Crystal Palace, Andoni Iraolaโ€™s side will hope to build on its ninth-place finish from last season.

The match will kick off at 8 pm local time on Friday, August 15 (12:30 am IST on Saturday, August 16) at Anfield.

Stay with us for live updates, team news, free commentary, and all the dramatic moments from kickoff to the final whistle as Barnali Debnath brings you all the updates.

LIVE Updates

Aug 15, 2025, 7:09 PM

Final Score

Aug 15, 2025, 9:16 PM

Final verdict

It was the perfect start the Premier League could have had. 

Tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre. Goals from Ekitike and Gakpo. Then a great comeback from Bournemouth with Antoine Semenyo scoring a brace. 

But it was the Champions who kept on bringing quality on the pitch with Federico Chiesa scoring a winner in the 88th minute and then Salah finishing off in style.

We are off now. 

See you in other games. Thank you for watching. Good night. 

Aug 15, 2025, 9:14 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:57 PM

Full time | Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:56 PM

90+4' | SAAAAAALLLLLLAAAAHHHHHHH | LIV 4-2 BOU

Of course, he had to score. 

Last season's Golden Boot winner scored for the 10th time in the opening league match for Liverpool, more than anyone. 

Wonderful skill from the Egyptian king as he made a quick cut back on the right and went for a shot with his right foot.

Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:54 PM

UNREAL

Aug 15, 2025, 8:53 PM

90' | Six minutes added

Six minutes have been added to the full time.

Aug 15, 2025, 8:49 PM

88' | CCCCCHHHHHEEEEIIIISSSAAAAA | LIV 3-2 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Chiesa scores a late goal for Reds; LIV 3-2 BOUThe Champions are BAAAAACCCKK and how!

Chiesa scores his first-ever goal for Liverpool, and what a time to do that. 

Salah's attempt was saved by Petroviฤ‡, but it popped up in the air. 

Winterburn's headed clear fell at the right place for Chiesa to go for a powerful volley. 

Liverpool 3-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:47 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:45 PM

WHAT A STAR

Aug 15, 2025, 8:44 PM

83' | Change for Bournemouth

Out: Brooks

In: Winterburn

Aug 15, 2025, 8:43 PM

82' | Change for Liverpool

In: Federico Chiesa

Out: Florian Wirtz

Aug 15, 2025, 8:42 PM

81' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Evanilson for a foul on Szoboszlai

Aug 15, 2025, 8:41 PM

80' | Szoboszlai goes for the goal

Szoboszlai goes for the goal with a left-footed shot. However, as he was falling down, he could not connect with the ball that well and missed the target. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:38 PM

77' | GGGGGGGOOOOOAAAALLLLLL | LIV 2-2 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Semenyo equalises for Bournemouth; LIV 2-2 BOUOHHHH MYYYY WORRRRLLLDDD!

What a goal by Semenyo.

In a counterattack, Semenyo made the long run, took the ball deep and with Liverpool defenders crowding him at the edge of the box, he went for a powerful shot.

It is all equal now.

Liverpool 2-2 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:35 PM

74' | Change for Bournemouth

In: Hamed Traore

Out: Alex Scott

Aug 15, 2025, 8:32 PM

72' | Double change for Liverpool

In: Jones and Gomez

Out: Mac Alisster and Ekitike

Aug 15, 2025, 8:32 PM

71' | Block by Van dijk

The visitors are now looking dangerous. 

Brooks had the chance to go for the goal after some tussling. But, it was blocked by the Liverpool captain. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:30 PM

70' | Easy for Petroviฤ‡

Cody Gakpo's powerful shot from the left of the box goes straight to Petroviฤ‡. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:29 PM

67' | Ahhhhh.... Alisson

The Brazilian's long ball fell perfectly for Salah to nearly go one-on-one against the goalkeeper. However, he could not finish the job after a poor second touch. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:25 PM

64' | SEEEEEMMMMEEENNNYYYOOOOO | LIV 2-1 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Semenyo scores for Bournemouth; LIV 2-1 BOU | sportzpoint.comBournemouth are back in it.

Semenyo scores the goal for them. 

They find the net in a counterattack. Brooks with an inch-perfect cross from the left, and Semenyo was able to go past Robertson to side-foot the ball for a goal. 

Liverpool 2-1 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:24 PM

63' | Close from Writz

Dominic Szoboszlai's cross pass found Writz in a good position to go for a side-footed shot. 

Writz went for accuracy rather than power. However, he missed the goal by inches. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:21 PM

61' | Changes for Liverpool

In: Wataru Endo And Andy Robertson

Out: Jeremie Frimpong And Milos Kerkez

Aug 15, 2025, 8:20 PM

60' | Good from Alisson

Brooks went for a cross from the touchline, close to the box. Alisson was able to get a punch to that. 

Semenyo then went for a shot, but went for a goalkick. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:19 PM

UNDERRATED

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Gakpo scores for Liverpool; LIV 2-0 BOU

Aug 15, 2025, 8:16 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 8:13 PM

52' | Save from Petroviฤ‡

Mac Allister, with a powerful shot from the edge of the box, nearly scored. However, Petroviฤ‡ was cautious enough to deflect the away for a corner kick. 

Aug 15, 2025, 8:09 PM

49' | GAAAAAAAAAKKKKKPPPPPOOOOOO | LIV 2-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: Gakpo scores for Liverpool; LIV 2-0 BOUCody Gakpo doubles the lead for the defending champions. 

Poor defending here from the visitors. Hugo Ekitike made a quick turn at the edge of the box on the left and found Cody. 

The Dutch striker was then allowed to make an entry deep inside the box and go for a shot with his right-footed from 16-yards. 

Liverpool 2-0 Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 8:07 PM

Second half starts

The second half starts. No changes from either side. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:51 PM

Half-time | LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU

Aug 15, 2025, 7:50 PM

45+3' | Good defense from Truffert

In a counterattack, Liverpool and Salah had the chance to extend the lead before the half-time whistle. However, Truffert came running in and made the tackle to win the ball back. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:48 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 7:47 PM

45' | 3 minutes added

3 additional minutes added to the first half. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:45 PM

43' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Kerkez for a foul on Smith.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:44 PM

42' | Konate with the block

Konate with an important block as Tavernier went for the goal from the edge of the box on left. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:41 PM

39' | Hugo misses a chance

From a long cross into the box, Ekitike had the chance to head the ball inside the goal. However, he headed the ball over the goal. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:40 PM

37' | HUUUUUUUUUUUGGGOOOOOOOOO | LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU

Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU | sportzpoint.com
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Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 opener LIVE Blog: LIVE score, news, updates and free commentary | Hugo Ekitike scores for Liverpool; LIV 1-0 BOU
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Hugo Ekitike scores on his Premier League debut for Liverpool.

Mac Allister with the pass to him, and he kept on going inside the box. His attempted nutmeg to Senesi fell in the right place for him to go for an easy finish. 

He shows the 20 mark to dedicate the goal to Jota. 

Liverpool 1-0 AFC Bournemouth 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:38 PM

35' | Save from Alisson

 Tavernier found a juicy ball inside the box following a cut-back from the right. He hit the ball straight to Alisson. He should be disappointed with that. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:36 PM

34' | Ouuuuuu.... that was good!

Mac Allister made a good run into the box. However, the Argentine's side-footed pass for Firmpong could not find the winger as he ran ahead of the ball. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:33 PM

31' | Easy for Petroviฤ‡

Finally, the corner was take,n and it was Virgil van Dijk, who jumped in the air to get a head to it. However, it went straight to Petrovic. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:31 PM

29' | Break

We have a break at the moment, with the referee having a word with the match officials and players. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:30 PM

27' | Chance for Liverpool

Ekitike had the chance to riddle the ball into the goal from an airy ball outside the box by Writz. But Diakite was there to deflect it for a corner to Liverpool FC.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:27 PM

24' | Bournemouth winning the physical battle

Although Liverpool are enjoying more possession, the visitors have won the physical battle so far, with more bodies, winning tackles and one-on-one situations.

Semenyo, this time, manhandled Writz to win the ball back for Bournemouth. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:24 PM

No huge chances for any team so far!

Liverpool v AFC Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 7:22 PM

20' | Claps for Jota

In the 20th minute of the match, fans show Diogo Jota's jersey and clap his name to give him a resounding tribute. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:20 PM

18' | Konate has been struggling

After the first mistake, Konate now fails to clear the ball away and hands it to opponents. However, Evanilson, who has handed the ball over by Konate, was found offside.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:16 PM

15' | Yellow card

Yellow card for David Brooks.

Aug 15, 2025, 7:15 PM

Forever 20

Aug 15, 2025, 7:12 PM

11' | Smith does well there

Salah was looking for Writz with a threading pass inside the box. However, Smith guessed the movement right and deflected the ball for a corner. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:10 PM

9' | Mistake from Konate

A poor backpass from Ibrahima Konate allows Bournemouth to have a corner kick. The defender apologises for the mistake

Aug 15, 2025, 7:08 PM

6' | Chance for Bournemouth

Truffert's cross from the left found Semenyo inside the box. However, the striker could not control the finish and missed the target with a sliding effort. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:06 PM

5' | Chance for Van dijk

Van Dijk missed the target with a header. Back-to-back chances for Liverpool. Write with the delivery. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:06 PM

4' | Save from Petroviฤ‡

Petrovic makes the first save of the season as Salah was on target with a left-footed attempt from the edge of the box. 

Aug 15, 2025, 7:04 PM

1' | Kick-off

Here we go. The 2025/26 season starts!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:59 PM

Debutant for Reds

Hugo Ekitike, Liverpool

Aug 15, 2025, 6:51 PM

Debutant for Bournemouth

Aug 15, 2025, 6:49 PM

Ready!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:12 PM

Lineups | AFC Bournemouth

Starting XI: Petroviฤ‡, Smith, Diakitรฉ, Senesi, Truffert, Adams, Scott, Brooks, Tavernier, Semenyo, de Lima Barbosa,

Subs: Araujo, Soler, Kroupi, Hill, Traorรฉ, Billing, Dennis, Winterburn, Rees-Dottin.

Aug 15, 2025, 6:09 PM

Lineups | Liverpool FC

Starting XI: Alisson, Van Dijk, Konate, Kerkez, Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Salah, Gakpo, Ekitike, Frimpong.

Subs: Mamardashvili, Gomez, Endo, Chiesa, Jones, Elliott, Robertson, Nyoni, Ngumoha.

Aug 15, 2025, 6:08 PM

Four PL debutants for the Reds

Aug 15, 2025, 6:08 PM

The Cherries have a debutant

Aug 15, 2025, 6:07 PM

Here comes the champions!

Aug 15, 2025, 6:06 PM

Aug 15, 2025, 1:17 PM

Liverpool vs Bournemouth: Head-to-head

Liverpool are comfortably in front in the head-to-head history between these two sides, having won 19 of the 24 competitive fixtures theyโ€™ve played against Bournemouth.

That includes 12 of their last 13 meetings, aside from a 1-0 away loss in March 2023. The last draw in this fixture, meanwhile, came back in 2017, in a match that finished 2-2 at Anfield.

Aug 15, 2025, 1:13 PM

How to watch the match?

The Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League 2025-26 match will be telecast on the Star Sports network and streamed on the JioHotstar platform.

In the UK, Sky Sports will telecast the fixture.

Aug 15, 2025, 1:12 PM

Match Details

Match: Liverpool vs Bournemouth, Premier League 2025-26

Date: 15 August 2025

Time: 12.30 am IST

Venue: Anfield Stadium, England.

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20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025]

Kylian Mbappe's record transfer to PSG from Monaco still holds the record for the most expensive football transfer for a teenager.

Aug 8, 2025, 9:14 PMโ€ข12 min read

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] | sportzpoint.com

Whenever a new transfer window arrives, with more money coming into the game, we see more spending and expensive buys from clubs around the world. However, along with experienced and proven footballers, football clubs always tend to buy new, exciting teenage footballers, even before they become stars.

Today, in this article, we will list the 20 most expensive teenagers in football transfer history.

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history

Please note that the fee is based on Transfermarkt's data and is accurate as of August 7, 2025.

20. Javier Saviola โ€“ River Plate to FC Barcelona โ€“ 2001 โ€“ โ‚ฌ35.90m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Javier Saviola โ€“ River Plate to FC Barcelona โ€“ 2001 โ€“ โ‚ฌ35.90m | sportzpoint.com
Image | FC Barcelona

Javier Saviola's transfer to FC Barcelona from River Plate was the record fee for any teenager till it was later broken by Wayne Rooney. After scoring 24 goals in 41 matches, besides his 11 assists for River Plate, while winning the Argentine league in consecutive years, Saviola became the star FC Barcelona were looking for.

However, the transfer did not work that well for both him and the club as he was loaned out many times and went to play for Real Madrid in future as well. Saviola was recently the assistant manager of the Barcelona U19 team as well.

19. Josko Gvardiol โ€“ Dinamo Zagreb to RB Leipzig โ€“ 2021 โ€“ โ‚ฌ36.8m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Josko Gvardiol โ€“ Dinamo Zagreb to RB Leipzig โ€“ 2021 โ€“ โ‚ฌ36.8m (Age 19) | sportzpoint.com
Image | transfermarkt.com

A Croatian defensive prodigy, Gvardiol impressed with his versatility and speed by playing as a ball-playing centre-back and left-back. His performances for Dinamo Zagreb and Croatiaโ€™s national team stirred RB Leipzig to break their transfer record.

Along with skill, Josko Gvardiol's physical strength and tactical intelligence made Leipzig pay โ‚ฌ36.8m for the defender in 2021.

Two years later, Leipzig sold Gavrdiol to Manchester City for a whopping โ‚ฌ90.00m.

18. Wayne Rooney โ€“ Everton to Manchester United โ€“ 2004 โ€“ โ‚ฌ37m (Age 18)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Wayne Rooney โ€“ Everton to Manchester United โ€“ 2004 โ€“ โ‚ฌ37m (Age 18) | sportzpoint.com
Rooney with the fan who wanted United to buy him. Image | manchesterunited.com

One of Englandโ€™s greatest ever talents, Rooney was signed for a then-record fee for a teenager. His all-around attacking prowess, vision, and finishing skill justified the huge investment.

In the 2003/04 season for Everton, Rooney had already scored nine goals in the Premier League as a teenager, which made Sir Alex Ferguson sign the youngster for a record โ‚ฌ37m.

Rooney became Manchester Unitedโ€™s all-time leading scorer with 253 goals in 559 official games, winning five Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy.

Read Also: Most Premier League titles as a player

17. Luke Shaw โ€“ Southampton to Manchester United โ€“ 2014/15 โ€“ โ‚ฌ37.5m (Age 18)

Luke Shaw was signed by Manchester United from Southampton for โ‚ฌ37.5m | sportzpoint.com
Image | MUFC on X

A highly rated left-back, Shaw was signed for his blend of strong defensive skills and speed. He was seen as the next big defender from England after John Terry, as he had done quite well at Southampton and England U-21s then.

Luke Shaw was bought by Manchester United in 2014 with a transfer fee of โ‚ฌ37.5 million, making him one of the most expensive teenage footballers ever.

Despite serious injury setbacks, he has developed into a dependable member of Unitedโ€™s backline since then and continues to be a member of Ruben Amorim's team.

16. Yankuba Minteh โ€“ Newcastle United to Brighton โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ38.8m (Age 19)

Yankuba Minteh โ€“ Newcastle United to Brighton โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ38.8m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Brighton

A direct, pacey Gambian forward, Yankuba Minteh, earned his big move as Brighton always invests in young, aggressive talents to shape their Premier League competitiveness and future development.

Newcastle United were the first to sign him, but sent him on loan to Feyenoord, where he scored 11 goals and had five assists. Brighton then signed him permanently in the 2024/25 season, for โ‚ฌ38.8m, making him one of the most expensive teenagers in football transfer history.

Last season, he had 12 goal contributions for Brighton in the Premier League.

In 2024, Sportz Point named Minteh among the top 10 future stars of the Premier League.

15. Dejan Kulusevski โ€“ Atalanta to Juventus โ€“ 2019/20 โ€“ โ‚ฌ39m (Age 19)

Dejan Kulusevski โ€“ Atalanta to Juventus โ€“ 2019/20 โ€“ โ‚ฌ39m | sportzpoint.com
Dejan after signing for Juventus. Image | Juventus

Dejan Kulusevski, the Swedish winger, scored 10 goals and assisted 9 times in Serie A in the 2019-20 season, leading Juventus to pay a premium to have him in the Winter transfer window.

Although he was brought to Turin with a โ‚ฌ39m transfer fee from Atalanta BC, he was soon loaned out to Parma and Tottenham Hotspur. In 2023, he was eventually bought by Spurs with a transfer fee of โ‚ฌ30.00 million.

14. Fabio Silva โ€“ Porto to Wolves โ€“ 2020/21 โ€“ โ‚ฌ40m (Age 18)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Fabio Silva - Porto to Wolves | sportzpoint.com
Image | Wolves

Portuguese striker Fabio Silva came with impressive youth goal-scoring records for FC Porto U19 and the FC Porto team from the 2018-2020 season. Seeing his talent, Wolves paid a significant fee of โ‚ฌ40m, hoping that his technical finishing and physicality would translate well into Premier League success.

However, he was soon loaned to various clubs. Last season, he joined the team after spending a season at UD Las Palmas on loan.

13. Vitor Roque โ€“ Athletico Paranaense to FC Barcelona โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ40m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] -Vitor Roque - Paranaense to FC Barcelona | sportzpoint.com
Image | FC Barcelona

Barcelona acquired Roque to bolster their attack during a rebuilding phase. Known for his goal instinct, technical skill, and agile movement, Roque had scored 21 goals in 45 games for the Brazilian club Paranaense to attract a โ‚ฌ40m bid from the Catalan club.

However, after only 2 goals in 16 games for the Spanish, he was sent back on loan to Real Betis and eventually signed for Palmeiras last season.

12. Archie Gray โ€“ Leeds United to Tottenham Hotspur โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ41.25m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Archie Gray - Leeds United to Tottenham Hotspur | sportzpoint.com
Image | Spurs News

A promising English defensive midfielder, Archie Gray, made a high-profile resume after winning the U21 Euros and doing well for Leeds United.

This helped Tottenham sign him for โ‚ฌ41.25m in 2024 as they continued to focus on developing young home-grown talent.

Archie played 28 Premier League and 11 Europa League games for Spurs in his first season at the club.

Read Also: Most goal contributions in every season since 2001 [Updated]

11. Jorrel Hato โ€“ Ajax to Chelsea โ€“ 2025 โ€“ โ‚ฌ44.18m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Jorrel Hato โ€“ Ajax to Chelsea โ€“ 2025 โ€“ โ‚ฌ44.18m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Chelsea FC

Dutch defender Jorrel Hato, who came through Ajaxโ€™s ranks, secured a big move to Chelsea. With Enzo Maresca and Chelseaโ€™s long-term strategic vision for rebuilding their defence, Hato was supposed to be the next big thing for the Blues.

The left-back has a knack for scoring and contributing to goals as well. He had eight goal contributions in the 2024/25 Eredivisie for Ajax.

Read Also: Premier League Stats: Top 5 defenders with the most goals

10. Franco Mastantuono โ€“ River Plate to Real Madrid - 2025 - โ‚ฌ45m (Age 18)

Franco Mastantuono โ€“ River Plate to Real Madrid - 2025 - โ‚ฌ45m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Fabrizio Romano/X

With a โ‚ฌ45 million coming on 14th August 2025, Argentine U21 star Franco Mastantuono is all set to be the most expensive teenager in the football transfer window of the 2025/26 season.

The right-winger had a successful 2024/25 season with River Plate, scoring seven times in 22 games along with four assists, which led him to make his senior debut for Argentina as well.

9. Vinicius Jr. โ€“ Flamengo to Real Madrid โ€“ 2018 โ€“ โ‚ฌ45m (Age 18)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Vinicius Jr. โ€“ Flamengo to Real Madrid โ€“ 2018 โ€“ โ‚ฌ45m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Real Madrid on X

Real Madrid and Brazilian youngsters have always been a love affair made in heaven. After scoring 10 goals and assisting four times in 32 goals for Flamengo in the 2017-18 season, Vinicius Jr.โ€™s electrifying pace, dribbling, and flair made him a valued acquisition for Real Madrid.

Vinicius was brought to Real Madrid for โ‚ฌ45m, which made him one of the most expensive teenagers in world football of the last decade.

Despite a slow start, he developed into a key player, helping Madrid win three La Liga titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies.

Read Also: Players with the most Champions League titles

8. Rodrygo โ€“ Santos to Real Madrid โ€“ 2019 โ€“ โ‚ฌ45m (Age 18)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Rodrygo โ€“ Santos to Real Madrid โ€“ 2019 โ€“ โ‚ฌ45m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Real Madrid on X

As I was saying, Real Madrid and Brazilian teenage stars stand in a love affair made in heaven.

Following Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo was signed to strengthen Real Madridโ€™s attack with a versatile winger capable of playing across the frontline. Rodrygo had already done well for Santos in the previous season, which caught the eyes of Los Blancos, and soon he was signed for โ‚ฌ45m

Since then, he has won three La Liga titles and two Champions League titles with the club, while scoring 68 crucial goals and providing 51 assists.

Read Also: Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs

7. Endrick โ€“ Palmeiras to Real Madrid โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ47.5m (Age 18)

Endrick โ€“ Palmeiras to Real Madrid โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ47.5m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Real Madrid on X

Now it would be boring for you if I repeated the same thing. But what can I do if we have three back-to-back, same transfer patterns on our list of the most expensive teenagers in football transfer history?

Hailed as one of Brazilโ€™s brightest prospects, Endrickโ€™s prolific youth scoring and sharp finishing caught the eye of Real Madrid.

Endrick was brought to Bernabeu by Carlo Ancelotti after he helped Palmeiras win the Brazilian league in successive previous seasons.

6. Anthony Martial โ€“ Monaco to Manchester United โ€“ 2015 โ€“ โ‚ฌ60m (Age 19)

Martialโ€™s dazzling speed, dribbling, and flair from France made Manchester United break their teenage transfer record. After a great season with AS Monaco, where he scored 12 goals and provided five assists, United broke every record to bring him to Old Trafford.

He had an immediate impact with 17 Premier League goals in his debut season, though injuries and form fluctuations have tempered his career since.

5. Leny Yoro โ€“ Lille to Manchester United โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ62m (Age 18)

Leny Yoro โ€“ Lille to Manchester United โ€“ 2024 โ€“ โ‚ฌ62m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Fabrizio Romano on X

Manchester United invested heavily in Leny Yoroโ€™s defensive attributes, physicality, and maturity beyond his years. Yoro was signed by United under Erik ten Hag for โ‚ฌ62m, a record transfer fee for a teenage defender.

He still continues to be one of the pillars of the United defence under new boss Ruben Amorim.

4. Romeo Lavia โ€“ Southampton to Chelsea โ€“ 2023 โ€“ โ‚ฌ62.1m (Age 19)

Romeo Lavia โ€“ Southampton to Chelsea โ€“ 2023 โ€“ โ‚ฌ62.1m | sportzpoint.com
Image | Chelsea FC

Belgian midfielder Romeo Laviaโ€™s combination of technical skill, tactical intelligence, and defensive contributions enticed Chelsea to pay a club-record fee of โ‚ฌ62.1m for a teenager.

Lavia was first discovered by Manchester City, where he flourished for the Manchester City U-21 and U-23 teams. Then, he did well for Southampton to be able to attract a large bid from Chelsea.

3. Matthijs de Ligt โ€“ Ajax to Juventus โ€“ 2019 โ€“ โ‚ฌ85.5m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Matthijs de Ligt โ€“ Ajax to Juventus โ€“ 2019 | sportzpoint.com
Image | Ajax

Matthijs De Ligt captained a young Ajax side to the 2018/19 Champions League semifinals and even scored a decisive goal for them in the quarter-finals. Juventus rewarded him with one of the highest fees ever for a teenage defender when he was bought for a record fee for a teenage defender, โ‚ฌ85.5m.

After spending seasons with Juventus and FC Bayern Munich, the defender signed for Manchester United in 2024, under former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag.

Read Also: European treble winners in men's football history

2. Joao Felix โ€“ Benfica to Atletico Madrid โ€“ 2019 โ€“ โ‚ฌ127.2m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Joao Felix โ€“ Benfica to Atletico Madrid โ€“ 2019 | sportzpoint.com
Image | X

Touted as a generational talent, Joao Felix was signed as a creative attacking replacement for Antoine Griezmann by Atletico Madrid in 2019 for a club record โ‚ฌ127.2 million.

Felix had scored 20 goals in 43 games for Benfica, along with 11 assists, before joining the Spanish club. However, he could not justify the price tag and soon found himself playing for different clubs.

At 25, he has now signed for Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr FC.

Read Also: Reliving Barcelona's Golden Era: A Tribute to Footballing Brilliance

1. Kylian Mbappe โ€“ Monaco to Paris Saint-Germain โ€“ 2018 โ€“ โ‚ฌ180m (Age 19)

20 Most expensive teenagers in football transfer history [2025] - Kylian Mbappe โ€“ Monaco to Paris Saint-Germain โ€“ 2018 | sportzpoint.com
Image | PSG

Kylian Mbappe's transfer from AS Monaco to PSG in 2018 is still the most expensive football transfer for a teenager.

Mbappe's blistering pace, clinical finishing, and football intelligence at such a young age had already made him a star.

Read Also: Top 12 players with most hat-tricks in football in the 21st century

In the 2016/17 season, Mbappe scored 28 goals and had 14 assists in 46 games for Monaco, which had set him up as one of the greatest footballing talents on earth. Among those 28 goals, 6 were in the Champions League in just 9 games.

PSG thought of Mbappe as an investment as they looked to win the UEFA Champions League for the first time.

PSGโ€™s record fee of โ‚ฌ180m paid off as he became Ligue 1โ€™s all-time top scorer, a World Cup winner, and one of the worldโ€™s best players.

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