PHOTOS: Stars who played FIFA U20 World Cups

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1/10 10. David Silva of Spain (2005)
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2/10 9. Michael Owen of England (1997)
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3/10 8. Dani Alves of Brazil (Bronze ball at 2003 FIFA U20 World Cup)
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4/10 7. Djibril Cisse of France (Bronze ball at 2001 FIFA U20 World Cup)
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5/10 6. Cesc Fabregas of Spain (2005)
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6/10 5. Sergio Aguerro of Argentina (Golden Shoe and Golden Ball winner at 2007 FIFA U20 World Cup)
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7/10 4. Luis Suarez of Uraguay (2007)
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8/10 3. Ronaldinho of Brazil (1999)
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9/10 2. Diego Maradona of Argentina (Silver Boot at 1979 FIFA U20 World Cup)
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10/10 1. Lionel Messi of Argentina (Golden Shoe and Golden Ball winner at 2005 FIFA U20 World Cup)
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The FIFA Under 20 World Cup is well known as a tournament where fans get their first glimpses of future stars. We count down the Top 10 footballers who have featured at this tournament, and gone on to great things in their later careers.

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