Yunus Dimoara Musah was born on November 29,2002 and is an American professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Serie A club AC Milan and the United States national team.
19 Facts About Yunus Musah
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An alumnus of Arsenal's Hale End academy, Musah began his senior career with La Liga club Valencia in 2020 at age 17 after quickly rising through club's youth and reserve teams.
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Yunus Musah was a youth international for England before debuting with the US senior squad in 2020 and officially committing to the nation in 2021.
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Yunus Musah won the CONCACAF Nations League in 2021 and 2023, and named the 2022 US Soccer Young Player of the Year.
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Yunus Musah was born in New York City to Ghanaian parents when his mother was on vacation in the United States.
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Yunus Musah was nominated for the 2022 Golden Boy award for his seasonal performances.
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Yunus Musah chose the number 80, previously worn by Ronaldinho.
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Yunus Musah made his international debut with England's under-15s in 2016 and subsequently represented England up to the under-18 level.
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Yunus Musah was called up to the under-19 squad in October 2020.
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In total, Yunus Musah played more than 30 times for England at youth level.
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Yunus Musah accepted a call-up to the United States senior squad on November 2,2020, to play in friendlies against Wales and Panama later that month.
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Yunus Musah was part of a largely Europe-based squad which included 10 first-time selections and had an average age of 22.
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Yunus Musah had been contacted by the United States Soccer Federation through Nico Estevez, a United States assistant manager who had connections with Valencia CF having previously managed their youth and reserve teams for eight years.
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In late 2020, as he approached his 18th birthday, Yunus Musah was reportedly undecided on the question of which nation to represent permanently.
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Yunus Musah played for the US at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
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Yunus Musah was regarded as one of the tournament's best young players for his impressive performances against England and Iran in the team's group stage.
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Yunus Musah won the US Soccer Young Player of the Year award in 2022.
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Yunus Musah is a devout Muslim, adhering to the five obligatory daily prayers in Islam.
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Yunus Musah is known for his technical ability, movement, and strength.