Youth League: Bayern and Barca dominate
Bayern Munich and Barcelona continue to dominate youth football in Europe
Bayern Munich and Barcelona have once again proven their dominance in youth football in Europe. The two clubs have won the last six editions of the UEFA Youth League, and they are both favourites to reach the final again this year.
Bayern Munich won the tournament in 2017, 2019, and 2020. Barcelona won the tournament in 2014, 2018, and 2021. The two clubs have met in the final four times, with Bayern Munich winning twice and Barcelona winning once.
Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich have a long history of developing young talent. The club has a strong youth academy, and it has produced some of the best players in the world, including Thomas Müller, David Alaba, and Joshua Kimmich.
The current Bayern Munich youth team is one of the most talented in Europe. The team is led by highly-rated midfielder Paul Wanner, who has already made his debut for the first team.
Barcelona
Barcelona is another club with a strong tradition of developing young talent. The club’s La Masia academy is one of the most famous in the world, and it has produced some of the best players in history, including Lionel Messi, Xavi, and Andrés Iniesta.
The current Barcelona youth team is also very talented. The team is led by highly-rated midfielder Gavi, who has already made his debut for the first team.
Conclusion
Bayern Munich and Barcelona are the two best youth teams in Europe. Both clubs have a strong tradition of developing young talent, and they are both favourites to reach the final of the UEFA Youth League again this year.