The 19th edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup concluded with a thrilling showdown at the Manahan Stadium in Indonesia, where Germany emerged victorious, claiming their first-ever title. The tournament showcased exceptional talent, and individual brilliance was duly recognized with various awards.
Agustin Ruberto from Argentina shone as the tournament’s top scorer, netting an impressive total of eight goals. His goal-scoring prowess, highlighted by a hat-trick against Germany in the semifinals, earned him the prestigious Golden Boot.
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Adding to Germany’s triumph was the stellar performance of forward Paris Brunner, who not only contributed four goals to the team’s success but also secured the coveted Golden Ball award. Brunner’s electrifying displays, including a brace in the semifinal and a crucial goal in the final against France, crowned him as the standout player of the tournament.
French goalkeeper Paul Argney was a stalwart in front of the goalposts throughout the competition, earning him the Golden Glove award for the best goalkeeper. His remarkable saves and consistent performance were key to France’s journey in the tournament.
Here is the complete list of FIFA U-17 World Cup 2023 individual awards :
- Golden Ball: Paris Brunner (GER)
- Silver Ball: Hamadou Makalou (MAL)
- Bronze Ball: Mathis Amougou (FRA)
- Golden Boot: Agustin Ruberto (ARG)
- Silver Boot: Ibrahim Diarra (MAL)
- Bronze Boot: Claudio Echeverri (ARG)
- Golden Glove: Paul Argney (FRA)
- FIFA Fair Play Trophy: England
Agustin Ruberto’s goal tally not only secured the Golden Boot but also matched the joint-highest in any edition of the tournament since Victor Osimhen’s 10 goals in the 2015 World Cup. The tournament showcased the rising stars of football and left fans eagerly anticipating the future exploits of these talented young players.