Esteban Brothers Shine: Two Hat-Tricks in Europe Within 14 Days
Paco and Sergio Esteban, two emerging talents from Spain, have each recorded hat-tricks in European competitions within a two-week span, showcasing their exceptional goal-scoring abilities and promising futures in football.
Paco Esteban, born on May 2, 2006, and his younger brother Sergio Esteban, born on March 20, 2007, have recently made headlines with their remarkable performances in European youth football. Despite taking different paths this past summer, their shared talent for goal-scoring continues to shine.
On November 27, Paco, representing Real Betis' youth team, delivered a stunning hat-trick against Sassuolo in the UEFA Youth League. His exceptional performance was only slightly marred by a missed penalty, which could have added a fourth goal to his tally. This feat underscores his significant contribution to Betis, where he has netted 14 goals in 19 matches, averaging a goal every 83 minutes.
Just 14 days later, Sergio, playing for Atletico Madrid's youth squad, mirrored his brother's achievement by scoring three goals in a commanding 5-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava. This performance coincided with his call-up to Spain's U-18 national team, highlighting his rapid development. In the UEFA Youth League, Sergio has scored four goals in five appearances, with an impressive average of one goal every 29 minutes.
Both brothers have amassed 14 goals each this season, reflecting their parallel success. While Paco is a key figure in Betis' youth setup and regularly trains with the B team, Sergio continues to excel within Atletico Madrid's ranks. Their synchronized achievements have brought immense pride to the Esteban family and have drawn attention from football enthusiasts across Europe.
As both Real Betis and Atletico Madrid advance in their respective competitions, the possibility of the Esteban brothers facing each other looms, potentially setting the stage for a memorable family showdown on the European stage.