- Chermiti is a 6ft 3in forward known for pace, strength, and goal-scoring ability.
- Scored a bicycle kick against Benfica at age 14, attracting early attention.
- Excelled at Sporting academy: 12 goals in the last 10 games of the under-15 championship.
- Made first-team debut at 18, scoring shortly after and netting against Porto.
- Played in Europa League quarter-finals against Juventus as a starter.
- In 839 league minutes, ranked high for expected goals, touches in box, and aerial duels.
- Known for attacking the back post, exploiting space, and strong aerial presence.
Youssef Chermiti has been turning heads at Sporting with his extraordinary combination of height, speed, and strength. Standing at roughly 6ft 3in, Chermiti often looks like a man among boys when playing in academy matches.
His early exploits drew attention at under-15 level, where a stunning bicycle kick goal against Benfica marked him as a rare talent, according to his former coach Coelho. Beyond flashy moves, Coelho praises Chermiti’s consistency and attitude, calling him a “normal boy with great talent” who excels both on and off the pitch.
Chermiti helped Sporting’s youth team clinch the national championship, scoring 12 goals in 10 consecutive matches, demonstrating his knack for finding space and attacking the back post. His versatility in the box and aerial prowess made him a standout performer.
Promoted to the first team at 18, Chermiti debuted against Benfica and netted his first senior goal a month later in a crucial win over Rio Ave. He followed that up with a goal against Porto, earning plaudits from opposition coaches for his quality and composure.
Even in a limited sample of 839 league minutes, Chermiti’s stats put him among Portugal’s top forwards, excelling in expected goals, touches in the opposition box, and aerial duels. His rapid development suggests he could soon become a major force in European football.
