Under-17 World Cup Preview

It all kicks off this weekend in Korea. And surprise of surprises, Brazil (!) are favorites...

Brazil's performance in the South American Championships in March suggest the Samba Boys are again the main contenders. In Lulinha they possess one of the most exciting young talents in soccer. Comparisons with the likes of Ronaldinho are a little premature, but his goal-scoring feats in qualification suggest he could light up the tournament.

Landon Donovan, Cesc Fabregas and Anderson are just some of today's leading players who made their initial impact at the U-17 World Cup.

This year's tournament in Korea (which runs from Aug. 18 -- Sept. 9) again will provide a good indication of soccer's next crop of young talent.

The players will experience heavy rainfall during Korea's summer, but a couple of eye-catching performances could see them showered in the glory and wealth of the world's top leagues.