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The chances are, by the time next summer's World Cup comes around, Gilberto Mora will be a huge topic of conversation.

Twelve months ago, debate within Mexico's football circles was whether Mora should prioritise the Under-20 or Under-17 World Cups, both of which are being held this autumn.

Mora looks certain to play a central role.

Mora was 16 years and 265 days old when he started for Mexico in their Concacaf Gold Cup final victory over the United States in Houston in July.

Sports Illustrated named Mora man of the match in the semi-final triumph over Honduras, in which he supplied the crucial pass for Fulham striker Raul Jimenez to score the only goal.