Juventus' Westen McKennie makes significant wing breakthrough

Updated:2026-02-06 08:01    Views:124

Westen McKennie is a Canadian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Juventus and the Canada national team. He made his debut for Juventus in 2017, and since then, he has become a key player for the club.

McKennie's breakout season came during the 2018-19 Serie A campaign when he was named the Serie A Young Player of the Year. He also earned a call-up to the Canada national team, where he played at the 2019 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

In the 2019-20 season, McKennie continued to impress with Juventus,Primeira Liga Hotspots playing in all but one of their matches. He scored four goals and provided three assists in 34 league appearances. His performances were so impressive that he was named the Serie A Player of the Month in November 2019.

In February 2020, McKennie helped Juventus win the Serie A title and reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League. He also played a crucial role in helping Canada qualify for the 2020 Summer Olympics.

McKennie's progress at Juventus has been remarkable, and he continues to be a valuable asset to the club. He has already established himself as one of the best young midfielders in Europe, and his future looks bright at Juventus and for the Canada national team.