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U21 Football Magazine

Every week, find our exclusive U21 Magazine, showcasing the best performances of players in National 1, National 2, and National 3.

We analyze and select the top-performing players of the weekend to provide you with a detailed recap and in-depth analysis of these rising talents striving to reach the elite level. Stay up to date on young amateur football talents and access the best insights every week!

Our Monthly Selection: The '11-Type'

Each month, we analyze the performances of U21 players from National 1 to National 3 and select the best to form our '11-Type'. This ranking highlights the most promising talents, allowing clubs to discover players who deserve an opportunity at the highest level. Several players who have featured in our selection have since signed with professional clubs.

• Tieri Godamé (Guingamp L2)
• Neil El Aynaoui (RC Lens)
• Sahmkou Camara (Slavia Prague)
• Fares Ghedjemis (Frisone, Seri B)
• Leny Quenabio (Rodez Ligue 2)

Success Stories

Discover the inspiring journeys of our former U21 players who are now shining at professional clubs. With greater visibility and their hard work, these players seized their chances and took their careers to the next level.

Nicolas Pays, the Creator

A former player of Puy Foot 43 in National 2, Nicolas Pays stood out with his remarkable performances in National 2. His rapid progress and talent on the field led him to be recruited by Montpellier HSC in Ligue 1, where he aims to establish himself at the highest level of French football. He excels in one-on-one situations and is highly effective in the final and pre-final passes.

Neil El Aynaoui

A promising midfielder with great endurance, Neil El Aynaoui played in National 1 before gaining recognition. Thanks to his solid performances in midfield, he caught the attention of several professional clubs and eventually signed with RC Lens, where he will compete in the Champions League.

Amine El Ouazzani, the Rising Star

Born in Grenoble, Amine El Ouazzani started his career at Grenoble Foot 38, then moved to Football Bourg-en-Bresse Péronnas (N1), where he clearly demonstrated his potential to play at the highest level. His strong performances in National earned him a move to En Avant Guingamp in Ligue 2, before being signed by SC Braga in Portugal in 2024 for €3.5 million. He also won the U23 Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco. This goal-scoring machine is a highly mobile forward, very complete, and rarely misses his target.

Advanced Search Filter

Talent scouts will have the ability to refine their search to find amateur or professional players that match their specific needs. No matter the country, clubs will be able to contact players for recruitment or to learn more about them.

• Position, age, level, height, spoken language, etc.

U21 Football Interviews

At U21 Football, we give a voice to players, coaches, and football professionals through exclusive interviews. Our goal is to highlight young talents, emerging coaches, and provide valuable advice through testimonials from professional footballers.

Interviews with U21 Players

We conduct interviews with the top U21 players in amateur football to better understand their journey, ambitions, and mindset. They share their goals, inspirations, and daily work ethic to reach the highest level.

Interviews with Professional Footballers

We also give a voice to professional players, who share their experiences, challenges, and career progression. They provide essential advice to young players, offering key insights on how to transition into the professional world.

Interviews with Coaches

We highlight amateur football coaches through dedicated interviews, where they discuss their vision of the game, training methods, objectives, and ambitions, as well as the players they have helped develop. These interviews also serve to showcase young coaches who are shaping the future of football.

🏆 The U21 Gold Award: Recognizing Top Talents

During the 2022-2023 season, when our media was still called Billion Keys, we had the honor of selecting the best U21 player of the season and awarding him a prestigious trophy.

That year's winner was Abdeljalil Hachem, a talented box-to-box midfielder who played for Bobigny in National 2. His outstanding performances earned him this recognition:

• ✔ 30 matches played out of 30 possible
• ✔ 6 goals scored
• ✔ 9 assists provided

Building on this success, U21 Football is proud to announce the return of the U21 Gold Award! Starting this season, the community will have the opportunity to vote for the best U21 player of the year among those competing in National 1, National 2, and National 3.

📝 Selection Criteria:

• ✅ Number of matches played (consistency and presence on the field)
• ✅ Individual statistics (goals, assists, impact on the game)
• ✅ Team ranking (player’s importance in overall team performance)
• ✅ Actu Foot star ratings (evaluations and performance ratings)
• ✅ Community voting (fan and supporter participation)

This award aims to recognize young talents who make a significant impact in their league through their consistency, performances, and influence on the game. This recognition could boost their visibility among recruiters and open new career opportunities. 🔜 Stay tuned, voting will open soon!