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Espart shines for Spain U-19 after Flick Lahm comparison

Hansi Flick compared 19-year-old Xavi Espart to Philipp Lahm for his versatility, while the young Barcelona star played a full match in Spain U-19's 3-0 victory.

Hansi Flick has drawn parallels between 19-year-old Xavi Espart and legendary defender Philipp Lahm, praising the young Barcelona talent's ability to play both as a full-back and midfielder. Espart has proven his versatility this season, featuring for the first team and now excelling for Spain's U-19 national side. amunra.qpon

In the U-19 European Championship, Espart has emerged as a pivotal player for La Rojita. The Spanish youth team secured a 3-0 victory with Espart playing the full 90 minutes as a pivot, demonstrating his importance to the squad as they continue their tournament campaign.