Luca Eden becomes youngest Liverpool player in UEFA Youth League debut

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Luca Eden becomes youngest Liverpool player in UEFA Youth League debut
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Luca Eden set a new record as the youngest player to debut for Liverpool in the UEFA Youth League at 15 years, five months, and 29 days old. He reached the milestone by starting in a match against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. Eden, who currently serves as captain for the England U16 international side, surpassed the previous record held by Joshua Abe. This appearance follows a series of recent youth acquisitions for Liverpool, including Djylian N'Guessan and Mor Talla Ndiaye, as the club focuses on developing academy talent. The team is currently operating under the guidance of manager Andoni Iraola during a transition period for the organization. Club officials continue to prioritize the integration of young prospects alongside established targets like Jeremy Jacquet and Florian Wirtz to build the future of the first team.

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  • Luca Eden made his UEFA Youth League debut at 15 years, five months, and 29 days old.
  • The match took place on Wednesday afternoon against Atletico Madrid.
  • Eden surpassed the record previously held by Joshua Abe.
  • Luca Eden serves as the captain for the England U16 national team.
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