Barcelona have another gem on their hands as 16-year-old prodigy stars for national team

Barcelona Juvenil B winger Sama Nomoko has been making waves recently. At just 16 years old, he has shown impressive skill and scoring ability that has set him apart this season, reports SPORT. 

In his latest game, Sama scored two goals in a 5-0 win, adding to his total of four goals in the six National Youth League matches. 

This achievement places him among the top scorers in the league, with only Enric Gisbert of Poble Sec and Guillem Farres of Olot surpassing him with five goals each, though Farres has taken eight games to reach his tally.

Who is Sama Nomoko?

Sama’s position on the field is mainly as a winger, often playing in the ‘7’ or ‘11’ spots, rather than as a centre forward. Although he started his football journey as a striker, recent seasons have seen him develop into a wide attacking role. 

While Sama has the potential to play centrally as a ‘9’, his speed and agility make him a natural fit for the wings, where he can exploit his physical strengths.

Since joining the Barcelona academy, Sama has gained recognition for his speed and power. These physical qualities allow him to make decisive runs, especially when he has space to attack. 

However, his coaches are focused on helping him refine his technique, ensuring he can make an impact even against defensive teams that leave little room to manoeuvre. 

International exposure

This season, Sama has played on both wings, demonstrating his versatility and proving difficult for defenders to contain regardless of his position.

His strong performances with Barcelona have also attracted attention from the Spanish football federation. Recently, Sama was called up to represent the Spanish U-17 national team for the first round of European Championship qualifiers. 

Travelling to Iceland, Sama settled into the team smoothly, showing exactly why he earned his international selection. 

He featured in all three matches, competing against Estonia, North Macedonia, and Iceland, where he scored twice and added to his growing reputation as a young talent with enormous potential.