Just weeks into his Cologne loan, 19‑year‑old Mikey Moore earned his first England U20 call and was handed the captain’s armband immediately.
Coach Darren Moore trusted the teen, and on debut versus Italy he wore the armband, started left‑wing and struck England’s second in a 3‑1 win.
Four days later, still captain, he out‑witted France, netting the winner from a central role in a 2‑1 triumph, proving his Cologne versatility on the world stage.
His impact wasn’t limited to goals; his all‑round play and relentless drives forward placed him joint‑second for Cologne in shots taken (eight), just behind Saïd El Mala.
England U20 now faces Germany on 3 October, after which Moore returns to Cologne for a fierce derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach on 11 October, where fans hope his form continues. For my money, his return will boost Cologne’s attack.