Israeli Prospect Orien Goren Promoted Past Barcelona Youth Champions League
Orien Goren, a promising Israeli midfielder, will not participate in Barcelona's U19 Champions League campaign this season. Instead, the 17-year-old has been elevated to Barcelona Atlètic, the club's senior team competing in Spain's fourth division, and trains with an older age group. This decision means Goren has "skipped a grade" in terms of competition, bypassing the U19 Champions League where players are typically 18 and 19 years old.
Despite his youth, Goren has been included on Barcelona's 'B List' for the main Champions League, receiving jersey number 32, though he is not expected to be called up to the senior squad this season. Last year, Goren made five appearances in the U19 Champions League, scoring twice against Olympiacos. He recently started and provided an assist in the opening match for Barcelona Atlètic.
Barcelona's U19 team began their Champions League journey against Feyenoord, the same day their senior team defeated the Dutch club 5-1. Barcelona Atlètic's upcoming schedule includes matches against Logroñés, and the reserve teams of Girona and Espanyol.
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