The youngest to ever do it ... Women's EURO records | OneFootball

There are no age restrictions when it comes to greatness. Every tournament offers a chance for a new generation of stars to announce themselves. With the UEFA Women’s EURO set to begin in Switzerland, there will be yet another platform for young talent to shine.

From teenage debutants to goal-scorers in finals, here are some of the record-breaking players from EUROs of the past.

Youngest Player: Oksana Yakovyshyn (Ukraine)

Age: 16 years, 156 days

Yakovyshyn made history at Euro 2009 when she featured in Ukraine’s 2-1 defeat to the Netherlands. At just 16 years and 156 days old, she remains the youngest player ever to appear in a Women’s EURO finals match, a landmark appearance in Ukraine’s debut finals.

Youngest Goalscorer: Isabell Herlovsen (Norway)

Age: 16 years, 351 days

In 2005, Herlovsen became the youngest scorer in Women’s EURO history when she netted in Norway’s 3-2 win over France.

Just two weeks shy of her 17th birthday, the teenager found the net with composure beyond her years, setting the tone for a national team career that would span over a decade and see her score 67 international goals.

Youngest Goalscorer in a Final: Birgit Prinz (Germany)

Age: 17 years, 152 days

One of the greatest players the women's game has ever seen was making history before her 18th birthday.

Germany’s 1995 final against Sweden ended in a 3-2 win and saw 17-year-old Birgit Prinz write her name into the record books. Her goal didn’t just contribute to a third title for Germany; it also made her the youngest ever to score in a final and in a winning final.

Youngest Hat-Trick Scorer: Marianne Pettersen (Norway)

Age: 22 years, 79 days

In 1997, Marianne Pettersen etched her name into the history books by becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick at a Women’s EURO. Her clinical treble came in Norway’s emphatic victory over Denmark on 30 June, showcasing the striking prowess that would define her career. Pettersen went on to become one of Norway’s all-time great forwards, known for her sharp finishing and attacking flair.

Youngest Winning Captain: Heidi Støre (Norway)

Age: 23 years, 345 days

Heidi Støre became the youngest captain to lift the UEFA Women’s EURO trophy when she led Norway to victory in 1987. At 23 years and 345 days old, Støre’s leadership was pivotal in securing Norway’s first European title.

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