New Delhi, June 3: Winning the FIFA World Cup is the ultimate dream for any footballer. However, leading a team to championship glory at a young age is an even more remarkable achievement. Throughout football history, a few young captains have left an indelible mark by showcasing extraordinary leadership, confidence, and performance. Here are the top five young captains who have achieved this feat.
Daniel Passarella: Born on May 25, 1953, in Buenos Aires, Passarella is the youngest captain to win the FIFA World Cup. He accomplished this at the age of 25 years and 30 days. Under his leadership, Argentina secured a 3-1 victory against the Netherlands on June 25, 1978.
Bobby Moore: Born on April 12, 1941, in Essex, Moore captained England to their first and only FIFA World Cup title on July 30, 1966. In this match held in London, the host nation triumphed over West Germany with a score of 4-2. At that time, Moore was just 25 years and 109 days old.
Diego Maradona: This Argentine legend was born on October 30, 1960. On June 29, 1986, in Mexico City, Maradona led Argentina to a 3-2 victory against West Germany in the final. He was 25 years and 252 days old during this historic match.
Carlos Alberto: Born on July 17, 1944, in Rio de Janeiro, Alberto lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy at the age of 25 years and 339 days. The match took place on June 21, 1970, in Mexico City, where Brazil defeated Italy 4-1.
Giuseppe Meazza: Born on August 23, 1910, in Milan, Meazza ranks fifth on this list. He lifted the FIFA World Cup trophy on June 19, 1938. In this match played in Columbus, Italy emerged victorious against Hungary with a score of 4-2. Meazza was 27 years and 300 days old at that time.
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