Barca, Real Madrid sitting on 'gold mines'

Lamine Yamal is a bright talent of world football.

Of the 20 teams, nine have an average age under 27. Most notably, Barcelona and Real Madrid - two giants who are pioneering with young, potential squads. Barca has an average age of 23.8, while Real Madrid is 25.6.

These numbers not only reflect the present, but also suggest the prospect of a new era of Spanish football.

La Masia continues to sow seeds

At Barcelona, La Masia remains a relentless “production machine”. Lamine Yamal, only 18, has emerged as a key player under Hansi Flick and also in the national team alongside Luis de la Fuente. Alongside him are a series of very young faces: Pau Cubarsi (18), Hector Fort (19), Marc Casado (21) or Pau Víctor (23).

In the opening match, Barca fielded a squad with an average age of just 23.5 – a testament to their absolute faith in the new generation. Even lesser-known names like Pedro Fernandez Dro and Jofre made an impression and became reliable backup options.

If Barca has La Masia, Real Madrid has La Fabrica - the "factory" that is restarting with new vitality. "Los Blancos" are no longer too dependent on established stars, but boldly bet on the younger generation - players recruited by the club since they were teenagers. Gonzalo Garcia (21), Mastantuono (18), Arda Guler (20), Huijsen (20) and Carreras (22) are gradually asserting their positions. In the match against Osasuna, Real Madrid took the field with a squad with an average age of only 25.1.

Arda Guler is the jewel of Turkish football.

But it is worth mentioning that this is just the tip of the iceberg. In the youth ranks, Xabi Alonso has at his disposal a generation of players of the same age, aged 18-19, such as Pitarch, Joan Martínez, Diego Aguado, Jesus Fortea, Roberto Martín and Daniel Yanez. If given the opportunity, they could become the foundation for a new Real Madrid in the next decade.

Not just for La Liga, but for the world

The rejuvenation of Barca and Real not only promises a bright future for the two clubs, but also for Spanish football in general. When Yamal, Cubarsi, Guler or Mastantuono mature, the national team will certainly benefit.

Notably, both academies are also producing players for European football in general. Serie A club Como currently owns Jacobo Ramon and Nico Paz - two talents from Real Madrid.

In the Premier League, Chelsea brought in Marc Giui, while La Masia produced Xavi Simons - now one of the brightest names in Dutch football. That shows the influence of La Masia and La Fabrica goes beyond borders, helping to shape the map of European football.

In an increasingly fierce football context, it is not easy for big clubs to dare to give opportunities to players aged 18-20. But Barca and Real are doing it strongly and systematically. They not only see short-term benefits, but also lay the foundation for the long-term future - a "golden generation" that can bring both clubs back to the top of Europe.

Jude Bellingham established himself at Real Madrid at a young age.

La Liga has long been a land of stars, but now it is also a breeding ground for talent. With these rough diamonds polished, Barcelona and Real Madrid will not only maintain their domestic dominance, but also promise to continue to dominate the Champions League.

And then Spanish football will enter a new era of glory - where the past and the future meet, creating another cycle of success for both La Masia and La Fabrica.

Source: https://znews.vn/barca-real-madrid-ngoi-tren-mo-vang-post1578849.html