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Manchester United talent JJ Gabriel named u-18 Player of the Year
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Manchester United's JJ Gabriel has been awarded the Premier League Under-18 Player of the Year. The 15-year-old scored 21 goals and provided five assists in 23 games this season.
Key points
- JJ Gabriel named Premier League U-18 Player of the Year
- He is 15 years old and plays for Manchester United
- Gabriel scored 21 goals and had five assists in 23 games
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Manchester United talent JJ Gabriel named u-18 Player of the Year
Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel has been named as the Premier League Under-18 Player of the Year.
The 15-year-old is regarded as one of the most exciting talents to come through the club’s academy in several years and enjoyed an outstanding campaign for the Red Devils at youth level.
Gabriel scored 21 goals, the second-most in the u-18 Premier League, and added five assists in just 23 games.
Darren Fletcher’s side finished as runners-up to Manchester City in the league and will take on the Cityzens in the FA Youth Cup final tomorrow night, with Gabriel having been key to their performances.
JJ Gabriel: Man United academy helps me stay ‘humble’
After receiving the award, Gabriel told MUTV: “I’d say [the Academy] helped me mature a lot. They help me to be very humble and keep my feet on the ground.
“I’m delighted to be working with him [Fletcher], he’s an amazing coach and has helped me so much this season to become a better player and the best version of myself.
“My family have helped me a lot, through tough times and good times. They come to all my matches, no matter how far or close, and I love them to bits.”
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What achievements led JJ Gabriel to be named U-18 Player of the Year?
JJ Gabriel scored 21 goals and provided five assists in 23 games, making him one of the standout players in the U-18 Premier League.
How old is JJ Gabriel and which club does he play for?
JJ Gabriel is 15 years old and plays for Manchester United's youth academy.
What is the significance of the U-18 Player of the Year award in football?
The U-18 Player of the Year award recognizes outstanding young talent in youth football, highlighting players who show potential for future success in professional leagues.