England is two matches away from potentially winning consecutive titles in the European Under-21 Championship, having triumphed in 2023. Historically, the Under-21 winners often transition to success in senior tournaments, with 10 of 24 past champions winning the World Cup or European Championships within 12 years. Notable players have emerged from this competition, including Rudi Voller, Luis Figo, and Gianluigi Buffon, although not all successful players earn senior caps, highlighting the competition's mixed outcomes for individual careers.
Of the 24 teams to win the European Under-21 Championship, 10 have gone on to win either the World Cup or the senior Euros in the next 12 years.
Among the players to win the best player of the tournament award were Rudi Voller, Laurent Blanc, Davor Suker, Luis Figo, and Gianluigi Buffon.
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