Steven Gerrard's daring comparison on Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal

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By: Manu Tournoux

Steven Gerrard's daring comparison on Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal

As the Ballon d'Or ceremony is approaching, more and more football legends are pronounced on their favorite. Latest to be expressed: Steven Gerrard. The emblematic Liverpool captain caused a sensation by saying that Michael Owen, in his early days, was a better teenager than Lamine Yamal or Kylian Mbappé.

“I played with him. He was an incredible teenager. I would say that Michael Owen was the best in this area. But with regard to Lamine and Mbappé, these are two exceptional players. The other two are still fighting to win the Ballon d'Or, when he already has one. I think we have to respect the fact that Michael was elected best player in the world ”recalled the former English international (114 selections, 21 goals). Owen and Gerrard shared six seasons in Liverpool during a splendid period for the Reds. Launched in the big bath at 17, Owen scored 40 goals in 79 games before his 20th birthday. His tripled in 2001 (League Cup, FA Cup, UEFA Cup) earned him the Ballon d'Or the same year.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.