Ansu Fati breaks 95-year record to become Spain's youngest ever scorer

Ansu Fati breaks 95-year record to become Spain's youngest ever scorer By CHRISTOPHER MWALE, SEEKCRIP Updated 1141 GMT (1941 HKT) September 7, 2020 Leipzig's US midfielder Tyler Adams (2R) celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final football match between Leipzig and Atletico Madrid at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on August 13, 2020. (Photo by LLUIS GENE / POOL / AFP) (Photo by LLUIS GENE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) RB Leipzig's US sensation Tyler Adams driven on by the 'sacrifices' of his family Monaco's Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas reacts at the end of the french L1 football match AS Monaco vs FC Nantes on February 16, 2019 at Louis II stadium in Monaco. 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AFP PHOTO (Photo credit should read STR/AFP via Getty Images) Champions League returns but not as you've seen it before Manchester United's Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring their second goal during the English Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Manchester United at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, southern England on June 30, 2020. (Photo by Mike Hewitt / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by MIKE HEWITT/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Is Bruno Fernandes Manchester United's savior? A supporter of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro cries during a demonstration in favor of his government amidst the coronavirus pandemic in front of Planalto Palace on May 24, 2020 in Brasilia, Brazil. (Photo by Andressa Anholete/Getty Images) Brazil divided on iconic yellow shirts Russian footballer hit by lightning is back in training (CNN)Ansu Fati became the youngest player to score for Spain during his country's 4-0 win over Ukraine in the UEFA Nations League on Sunday. Aged just 17 years and 311 days, the Barcelona forward broke the 95-year record that was set by Juan Errazquin -- who scored his first international goal aged 18 years and 344 days. Fati made history by firing in his team's third goal of the game, topping off a sensational display from the youngster which started with winning a penalty in the opening minutes. "Even though I know him [Fati] well and what he's capable of, I can't say I'm not surprised," Spain manager Luis Enrique told reporters after the game. "He showed such bravery and daring to do what he did in the second minute, beating a player so naturally. I can't remember him doing anything like this before." READ: Neymar reportedly one of six PSG players to test positive for Covid-19 Coach Luis Enrique gives instructions to Ansu Fati during the UEFA Nations League match. Coach Luis Enrique gives instructions to Ansu Fati during the UEFA Nations League match. New Messi? Despite defender Sergio Ramos scoring two goals in the game, Fati was the standout performer. The forward -- who became Barcelona's youngest scorer in La Liga and is also the youngest player to ever score in the Champions League -- was a constant thorn in Ukraine's side with his direct runs and trickery. Lionel Messi says he will 'continue' at Barcelona after wanting to leave the club 'all year' Lionel Messi says he will 'continue' at Barcelona after wanting to leave the club 'all year' Questions will now be asked as to whether the youngster can step into the shoes of legend Lionel Messi at club level. The Argentine had wanted to leave Barcelona this year but has somewhat reluctantly agreed to stay. Despite this, Fati will have the chance to establish himself next season with the club looking to revamp the first team and focus on the future. "At this age it's easy for all the praise to go to your head but he's mature enough to know that the path he is taking at the moment is the one he needs to stay on to develop as a player," Enrique added. "He's humble, he's calm and I'm sure it won't affect him." PAID CONTENT