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·19. November 2025
U17 World Cup: 5 things to know about Luca Williams-Barnett, the tournament's top dribbler

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·19. November 2025

5 things to know about Luca Williams-Barnett

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English prodigy Luca Williams-Barnett made a name for himself at the 20th edition of the U17 World Cup.
The Luton native leads the tournament's dribbling chart with 17 successful dribbles in 5 matches played, boasting an impressive average of nearly 3 dribbles per game.
Here are 5 key facts about Luca Williams-Barnett.
He joined the Tottenham Hotspur academy in 2018, arriving from Luton Town.
He has appeared in 12 club matches this season across all competitions, racking up 8 goals and 7 assists.
In the U17 World Cup, he's notched 2 goals and 1 assist in 5 appearances.
A versatile player, he can operate on either wing or as a playmaker in the center of the pitch.









































