Juve star Weston McKennie has been named one of the best players in world football by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) for the second time this season.

The 21-year-old midfielder made history last week when he scored a crucial goal in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship, helping Italy to their first ever appearance at the FIFA World Cup. However, it was McKennie who took the headlines on Saturday night as he celebrated his wing breakthrough with Italy in Euro 2024 qualifying.

"I am so proud and excited," McKennie told Sky Sports Italia after the game. "I feel like I have just found my feet again in the national team. It's something that we all aspire to do but unfortunately we haven't had the opportunity yet."

McKennie's goals were instrumental in helping Italy to reach the final of the tournament, where they faced Germany. The two teams met twice during the competition, with Italy winning both matches. In the final match, Italy defeated France 2-1,Campeonato Brasileiro Direct with McKennie scoring the decisive winner in extra time.

"It was a huge moment for me," McKennie said. "It felt great to score against such a strong opponent. I knew there would be some pressure going into the game, but I didn't let it get to me. I focused on my work on the pitch and got on the scoresheet."

Despite not playing much of a part in Italy's success, McKennie is confident that he will continue to make an impact on the international stage. He said: "I'm still learning from every minute of every game and trying to improve. It's important to stay positive and keep pushing forward."

Overall, McKennie's achievements for Italy were nothing short of remarkable. His performances have cemented him as one of the top young talents in the world, and his contributions to the national team have certainly set him apart from the rest. As he looks ahead to Euro 2024, he remains determined to continue developing his skills and becoming even more valuable to his country.

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