Manchester United FC defender Tom Thorpe, a U17 champion with England in 2010, captained the U19s to the semi-finals last summer and discusses his experiences with club and country.
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Gourcuff's U19 memories
A key part of the France side that tasted glory in the 2005 UEFA European Under-19 Championship in Northern Ireland, Yoann Gourcuff shares his memories of the tournament with UEFA.com.
Bender basks in U19 glory
A title winner with Borussia Dortmund this season, Sven Bender was also a star performer as Germany lifted the 2008 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, saying: "Nobody will forget that."
The Calvente penalty
We offer a guide to a unique spot-kick from the 2010 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.
Spain reap the rewards I
We investigate how a golden era of Spanish youth football reaped success at senior level with UEFA EURO and FIFA World Cup triumphs.
Spain reap the rewards II
We find out how youngsters in Spain are taught a certain playing style from an early age.
Deulofeu draws strength from Spain's family atmosphere
Gerard Deulofeu was the decisive figure as Spain reached a third straight UEFA European Under-19 Championship final but the winger was quick to share the credit.