Angel Gomes

Early Life and Family Background

Adilson Angel Abreu de Almeida Gomes was born on August 31, 2000, in London, United Kingdom. From a young age, he demonstrated a strong passion for football and began playing in his early childhood. He is the son of former Portugal international footballer Gil Gomes, whose influence played a notable role in Angel’s interest and development in the sport.

Youth Career at Manchester United

Angel Gomes began his football journey at the Manchester United academy at the age of seven. At just 13, he signed schoolboy terms and was quickly promoted to the under-17 team. He made his Under-18 debut at the remarkably young age of 14. In 2015, he was named the Most Valuable Player at the Manchester United Premier Cup, highlighting his early promise. The following year, Gomes became the youngest player since 2001 to score a hat trick at academy level for Manchester United, signaling his potential.

His technical skill and maturity on the field earned him the Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year award, making him the youngest recipient in the club’s history. These accomplishments positioned him among the most highly regarded prospects in English football.

International Success with England

On the international stage, Angel represented England in the FIFA U17 World Cup. He played a key role in the team’s successful campaign, contributing with a notable free-kick goal against Chile. Alongside teammates Phil Foden and Rhian Brewster, Gomes was seen as part of a new generation of talented English youth players. His captaincy debut for England U18s on September 1, 2017, further reinforced his emerging leadership attributes.