Holmes Junior makes historic debut for Girona FC at 17 years old
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Holmes Junior became the fourth youngest player to debut for Girona FC on August 17, 2026, in a league match against CD Leganés. Born on August 8, 2009, he took the field at just 17 years and 8 days old. The match at Montilivi ended in a 1-1 draw. Holmes Junior's achievement places him alongside notable young talents in the club's history, following Arseni Comas, Narcís Julià, and Enric García. His debut adds to Girona FC's growing list of young players making an impact in professional soccer.
- •Holmes Junior debuted for Girona FC against CD Leganés.
- •The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
- •He is now the fourth youngest debutant in the club's history.
- •Holmes Junior was born on August 8, 2009.
- •He played at Montilivi during the league opener.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Holmes Junior, fourth youngest debutant in the history of Girona FC
"Holmes Junior made history this Sunday for Girona FC by becoming the fourth youngest player to debut with the first team. The defender, born on August 8, 2009, played his first match for Girona at jus...
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