Deshishku and fearless Austria eye title in Doha

Doha, Qatar: Austria s FIFA U 17 World Cup campaign has been dominant so far, with the Das Team winning five games, scoring 14 goals and conceding onl...

Doha, Qatar: Austria’s FIFA U-17 World Cup campaign has been dominant so far, with the Das Team winning five games, scoring 14 goals and conceding only one.

Hermann Stadler’s side have controlled every test, and their 4-0 rout of England in the last 16 underlined them as genuine contenders for the title.

Austria play at a high tempo, with quick passing and direct attacking play. Leading the line is forward Hasan Deshishku, whose movement and flair have been central to their threat. Against England, he was a constant problem and broke the deadlock early in the second half, nutmegging defender Bendito Mantato before drilling a powerful finish inside the near post.

Deshishku’s pace, close control and balance make him one of the standout players in this edition of the U-17 World Cup. Speaking to FIFA after the win, the Austria Vienna prospect explained who he looks up to.

“For me, I love to watch Vinicius Jr and also Neymar,” Deshishku, who has scored four goals at the U-17 World Cup, told FIFA.