2023-11-16 16:01:00
Compared to the recent history of the Red Devils, the answer is negative. The golden generation evolved around 2013-2014 and the approach of the Brazilian World Cup with an average age around 24 years old. The selection of Domenico Tedesco for the two November matches is two years older on average (26 years old).
The comparison with other national teams further highlights the youth of this group. Among the nations in the FIFA top 10, only Brazil (25.3 years) does better.
Average age of FIFA top 10 selections ©IPM Graphics
The old continent lives up to its name more than ever. Belgium has the youngest selection in the European top 15. It is 3.5 years younger than the German team. In Europe, only Ireland, Northern Ireland and Bulgaria have younger squads than Belgium for this international break.
Average age of the 15 highest ranked European teams at Fifa ©IPM Graphics
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