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2002: Torres sparkles for Spain

Friday, February 28, 2014

Fernando Torres was the hero for Spain with four goals in Norway, including the final winner against Germany, to secure the first Under-19 title.

Spain's Fernando Torres was top scorer at the first U19 finals in 2002
Spain's Fernando Torres was top scorer at the first U19 finals in 2002 ©Getty Images
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