Back in 2022 we looked at 21 of the best women's players in the world age 21 or under, and USWNT star Trinity Rodman was No. 1. But there's a problem this year: She's no longer under the age requirement, and neither is Manchester City's Mary Fowler.
So, who is part of the next generation of top U21 stars? Many of this year's crop have made their mark on the big stage already -- such as at the 2023 World Cup or in the UEFA Women's Champions League -- but which players have done enough to land a place on ESPN's list, what are their particular qualities, and how can they get even better?