Best U-23 XI in World Football

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Right Back : Hector Bellerin

The Arsenal man had a topsy turvy last season, but still finds place in this eleven because of the sheer quality he has, and the impact he can create at both ends of the pitch. Only 23, the Spaniard is the undisputed first choice right back for the Gunners and would be looking to start a new chapter under new boss Unai Emery.

While 22 year old Benjamin Pavard had a fantastic World Cup for France, and Joshua Kimmich has been doing great for Bayern Munich,

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it was hard to look past Bellerin who has been a dependable player for Arsene Wenger for the last 2-3 seasons. Blessed with terrifying pace, the Barcelona youth product also has a cool head on his shoulders, which is a rare sight among young players. He naturally has a few rough edges which need polishing, but the Spaniard has the time under his belt and has all the traits to be a Gunners and Spanish legend.

Left Back: Lucas Hernandez

Football fans who followed the World Cup closely would know how crucial Lucas Hernandez was for the French National Team as they went on to win the Cup. The Atletico Madrid man was one of the unsung heroes of the French team, hardly putting a foot wrong throughout the tournament and creating an impact on both ends of the pitch. Such has been the maturity shown by Hernandez in his short career that it is difficult to believe he's only 22 years of age.

With age at his side, the Frenchman would be looking to take his level a notch higher and would be hungry to taste further success with both Atletico Madrid and the France National Team.