Rising Stars 2025
🌟Rising Soccer Stars 2025
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🔥 January 2025
1. Artem Stepanov – Bayer Leverkusen
The young winger impressed with his pace and goal contributions, earning his first Bundesliga start and assisting twice in January. 
2. Sverre Nypan – Rosenborg
Despite being just 17, Nypan displayed excellent midfield control in Norway’s preseason friendlies and drew attention from European scouts. 
3. Enzo Le Fée – Sunderland (on loan)
The French playmaker joined Sunderland on loan and immediately made an impact with 3 assists in 2 games, bringing flair to their midfield. 
4. Matheus Cunha – Wolves
Cunha hit top form in January, scoring 4 goals in 3 games including a stunning solo effort against Manchester United. 
5. Maghnes Akliouche – AS Monaco
Akliouche scored twice and assisted once as Monaco surged in Ligue 1, proving his value as an attacking midfielder.
⚡ February 2025
1. Nestory Irankunda – Grasshopper Club Zürich
The 18-year-old winger scored a debut goal just minutes after coming on, lighting up the Swiss Super League with electric pace. 
2. Emrick Fotsing – Vancouver FC
Fotsing became a surprise standout in the CPL preseason, dominating the midfield and grabbing two goals from deep positions. 
3. Alex Harris – Colorado Rapids
The teenage striker bagged a brace in a preseason match and earned a starting spot, impressing with his movement and finishing. 
4. Paul Wanner – Heidenheim (on loan)
On loan from Bayern, Wanner created several chances and got his first Bundesliga goal, showing why he’s rated highly in Germany. 
5. Nico Paz – Como
Real Madrid loanee Nico Paz scored a stunner from outside the box and played a key role in Como’s promotion push in Serie B.
📈 March 2025
1. Artem Stepanov – Bayer Leverkusen
Stepanov continued his hot streak with a goal and assist in a Europa League match, quickly becoming a fan favorite. 
2. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens – Borussia Dortmund
The English winger dazzled in March, scoring twice against Freiburg and tormenting defenders with his dribbling. 
3. Kaua Elias – Fluminense
Elias led Brazil’s U-20 side to a tournament win, scoring three goals and catching eyes with his technical skill. 
4. Thiago Almada – Atlanta United
Almada began the MLS season in fantastic form, scoring and assisting in back-to-back matches while controlling the midfield. 
5. Emile Witbooi – Cape Town City
The 16-year-old made his professional debut and impressed with maturity beyond his age, even getting an assist.
🚀 April 2025
1. Lamine Yamal – FC Barcelona
Yamal starred against Valencia with a goal and assist, becoming the youngest player in La Liga history to reach 5 assists. 
2. Bradley Barcola – PSG
Barcola netted twice in a Champions League quarter-final, showing his elite finishing under pressure. 
3. Esmir Bajraktarević – PSV Eindhoven
The American winger scored a beautiful solo goal and drew a penalty in back-to-back matches for PSV’s senior side. 4. Nestory Irankunda – Grasshopper Club Zürich
With another goal and a key assist in April, Irankunda’s form has made him a regular starter at just 18. 
5. Astin Mbaye – AC Milan Youth
Mbaye scored 4 goals in 3 games for Milan U19 and was called up to train with the senior squad this month.