Julien Émile Verbrugghe (26 December 1889 — 21 August 1916) was a French footballer who played as a forward for AS Française, Red Star and France. Club career In 1905, Verbrugghe began his career with AS Française. In 1910, Verbrugghe signed for Red Star, playing for the club until his death. International career Born in France, Verbrugghe is of Belgian descent through his father. On 1 November 1906, Verbrugghe made his debut for France in a 15–0 loss against England Amateurs. At the age of 16 years, 10 months and six days, Verbrugghe became the youngest ever French international player, a record he still holds to this day. Death As a result of World War I, Verbrugghe joined the 43rd Infantry Regiment of the French Army. On 21 August 1916, Verbrugghe died at Maurepas, during the Battle of the Somme. References 1889 births 1916 deaths Sportspeople from Roubaix French footballers France international footballers French people of Belgian descent Association football forwards Red Star F.C. players French Army soldiers French military personnel killed in World War I Footballers from Hauts-de-France