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Florida Cup: Promising Carlos and acclaimed Chicharito to star in American duel

The renowned Leverkusen striker faces Atletico's young talent this Wednsday in the Florida Cup.

The 2017 Florida Cup Challenge features an unusual duel this Wednesday: While Bayer Leverkusen can count on well-known striker Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez, Atletico-MG has Carlos, a young striker still taking his first steps in the game.

The Mexican star is one of the most important players on Roger Schmidt's squad, having played 23 times at club level this season and scoring seven goals. He's currently Leverkusen's Bundesliga top scorer.

But Hernandez will have reasons to show more in the United States: his last performance against Estudiantes on Sunday was considered below par, while he also missed a chance at the penalty spot saved by Andujar in the first half of play.