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Academy schoolboy skippers England U16s to victory in international tournament

Ipswich Town academy schoolboy Zac Wattley captained England U16s as they beat Japan 3-2 at the Val de Marne Tournament in France yesterday afternoon.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Academy schoolboy skippers England U16s to victory in international tournament
Key Things to Know
  • Ipswich Town academy defender Zac Wattley captained England Under-16s to a 3-2 victory over Japan.
  • The 15-year-old previously played in England's 4-2 tournament defeat against Italy.
  • Manager Neil Ryan's squad will conclude the Val de Marne Tournament against hosts France.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ipswich Town academy defender Zac Wattley captained the England Under-16 team to a 3-2 victory against Japan at the Val de Marne Tournament in France. The 15-year-old center-half led Neil Ryan's side following their 4-2 opening match defeat to Italy earlier in the week.

Wattley, who transitioned from playing striker to defense, has been in the Ipswich Town academy since age seven. He earned his first Under-16 international caps in August after previously making eight appearances and scoring once for England Under-15s.

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