The No. 10 shirt in soccer is more than a simple number on the back of the shirt, it's a symbol of prestige, a historic number that's been elevated throughout soccer annals by the biggest legends of the game.
Wearing the No. 10 brings a certain responsibility that only the very best can carry. Sometimes, the weight and burden of the number proves to be too heavy and there's countless examples of players that crumbled under the pressure the number brings with it.
Others relish the responsibility and thrive. Wearing the No. 10 for a big club or national team is perhaps one of the biggest honors a player can receive. It's a number usually reserved for established stars, but there's been instances where exciting young talents seize the opportunity to wear it.
Lamine Yamal became Barcelona's new No. 10 only days after turning 18-years-old joining the long list of Barcelona legends that have donned the number.
With Yamal looking like the latest youngster that'll join the No. 10 shirt club, looks back at five players that have worn soccer's most iconic shirt number form an early age and that have gone on to enjoy great success.
