Andorran Youth Star Julen Sánchez Runner-Up in Messi Cup
15-year-old son of ex-Barça player Juli Sánchez led Atlético Madrid cadets to final but lost 2-0 to River Plate in Miami tournament.
Key Points
- Julen Sánchez, 15, runner-up in Messi Cup Miami with Atlético Madrid cadets.
- Lost 2-0 final to River Plate after scoring vs Inter Miami.
- Wears No. 22, son of ex-Barcelona star Juli Sánchez.
- Spain youth international from Andorra.
Julen Sánchez, the Andorran youth footballer and son of former Barcelona star Juli Sánchez, finished as runner-up in the Messi Cup tournament held in Miami, United States.
The 15-year-old, who plays for Atlético de Madrid's cadet team and wears number 22, reached the final with his side but lost 2-0 to Argentina's River Plate. Sánchez, an international with Spain's youth teams, had scored a goal earlier in the competition against Inter Miami.
The event, known as the Messi Cup, drew top young talents to Florida, where Sánchez showcased his skills before the decisive defeat on Monday.
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