Steven Gerrard believes Michael Owen was a superior player as a teenager compared to Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé. Owen holds records for teenage goal scoring in the Premier League, netting 40 goals in 79 matches by age 20 and winning the Ballon d'Or at 22. Yamal has impressive stats with 14 goals and 22 assists since debuting at 15, while Mbappé was a key player for France's 2018 World Cup win at 19. Both Yamal and Mbappé are now contenders for this year's Ballon d'Or.
Michael Owen was an incredible teenager. He holds the record for the most Premier League goals scored by a teenager, netting 40 in 79 matches.
Lamine Yamal has scored 14 goals and provided 22 assists in all competitions since his debut at 15. He is among the favorites for this year's Ballon d'Or.
Kylian Mbappé, now 26, was pivotal in France's World Cup victory at 19, showcasing his impact as a young player.
Owen became the first Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or since Kevin Keegan in 1979, awarded at just 22 years old.
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