In a stunning debut, Brazilian teenager Endrick set a new record by becoming Real Madrid's youngest foreign player to score in La Liga. Replacing Kylian Mbappé with just 10 minutes on the clock, Endrick delivered a decisive goal during stoppage time, securing a 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid on Sunday.
At 18 years and 35 days old, Endrick surpassed the previous record held by Frenchman Raphael Varane, who scored at 18 years and 152 days in 2011. This remarkable achievement highlights Endrick's immense potential and marks a promising start to his career with one of football's most prestigious clubs.
\"He's looking very good and he has a lot of potential,\" praised Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti. \"He has shown his quality very quickly with his control and he's got a very powerful shot. He's a center-forward and very dangerous in tight spaces.\"
The goal not only secured Real Madrid's first league win of the season but also added momentum to the defending champions following a 1-1 draw at Mallorca last weekend. While Kylian Mbappé made his debut in Madrid's UEFA Super Cup victory over Atalanta at the start of the season, he has yet to score in the league's first two matches as he acclimates to his new role.
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Endrick: Youngest foreign player to score in La Liga for Real Madrid
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