Tottenham Hotspur winger Wilsaon Odobert has been making headlines with his impressive performance against the England U-21 national team. Fans of the Tottenham club are buzzing with excitement after witnessing the young player's contributions during a friendly match held in France on March 22, 2025. Alongside his teammate Mathis Tel, also of the French U-21 team, Odobert started the match, showcasing his growing talent at this level.
In an exhilarating game that ended with France clinching a 5-3 victory, Odobert played a pivotal role. The match, held in Lorient, saw the young French player deliver two assist, further heightening the anticipation surrounding his future within both his club and the national setups.
The first half was a spectacle in itself, with England striking early. Just two minutes in, James McAtee netted the opening goal, putting the French defense on alert. However, Odobert quickly responded by helping his team equalize through a goal by Quentin Merlin in the 4th minute. The momentum seemed to shift when Hugo Ekitike put France ahead in the 7th minute. French fans, filled with hope, were particularly thrilled to see the young players thriving.
Odobert's most notable contribution came in the 35th minute. With a brilliant assist to Ekitike, he maneuvered past defenders, delivering a precise low cross that found its target. The first half closed with England's Harvey Elliott scoring in the 37th minute. The sides exited the pitch with France firmly ahead, thanks to Odobert's skill.
The second half featured more drama as Ekitike completed his hat trick, once again assisted by Odobert with a splendid cross. England, determined to reclaim the match, fought back with Liam Delap finding the net, but France persisted. Rayan Cherki added the fifth goal for France, solidifying their victory.
Throughout the match, Odobert trumped expectations, highlighted by his impressive statistics. With a pass success rate of 90% (19 successful passes out of 21 attempts), the emerging star also contributed two key passes and created two big chances. Fans and reporters alike took notice of his potential. A UK publication, The Boot Room, remarked, "Tottenham's gem contributed to eight goals in this thrilling match against England. His assists were a standout element as Ekitike shone with a hat trick."
French supporters took to social media to praise Odobert's performance, arguing that his talents should not go unnoticed. Comparisons were drawn between Odobert and fellow players, with fans stating, "Odobert is stronger and better than Bradley Barcola," emphasizing his capabilities as a winger.
As much of the football world turns its attention towards Odobert, questions about his future have surfaced. According to French media outlet Foot Mercato, Odobert could be in contention for a senior national team call-up if he continues his impressive development with Tottenham, suggesting that a bright future lies ahead. He is expected to continue building on his performance against England in his next friendly match against Slovakia on March 25, 2025, before participating in the UEFA U-21 Championship in June of this year.
Fans from both France and Tottenham Club are now eagerly waiting to see how Odobert will navigate the coming matches. His consistent performances may well secure his position not only on the U-21 team but possibly the senior squad as well. For now, the excitement surrounding this young talent is palpable, and Odobert seems ready to make a mark on the international stage.
