France Euro 2024 Squad
Goalkeepers:
Alex Remiro (Real Sociedad), David Raya (Arsenal),Unai Simon (Athletic Bilbao)
Defenders:
Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid),Pau Cubarsi (Barcelona),Marc Cucurella (Chelsea),Alex Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen),Aymeric Laporte (Al Nassr),Robin Le Normand (Real Sociedad),Jesus Navas (Sevilla),Nacho (Real Madrid),Dani Vivian (Athletic Bilbao)
Midfielders:
Alex Baena (Villarreal),Alex Garcia (Girona),Marcos Llorente (Atletico Madrid),Mikel Merino (Real Sociedad),Pedri (Barcelona),Rodri (Manchester City),Fabian Ruiz (PSG),Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)
Forwards:
Joselu (Real Madrid),Alvaro Morata (Atletico Madrid),Ayoze Perez (Real Betis),Dani Olmo (RB Leipzig),Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad)’Ferran Torres (Barcelona),Nico Williams (Athletic Bilbao),Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
The three times European champions Spain will be determined to add another title to their tally at the Euro 2024. The golden period of the La Roja was between 2008 and 2012,when they won back to back European championships and 2010 FIFA World Cup as well.The likes of Iker Casillas, Xavi,Andres Iniesta,Sergio Ramos,Xabi Alonso,Sergio Busquets,David Villa and Fernando Torres were at the peak of their powers and played scintillating football that enthused the fans all over the world.
This latest version of Spain is a talented young team that definitely possesses the potential to conquer the world. The team is progressing well under the management of experienced head coach Luis de la Fuente. De la Fuente joined the team in 2022 and made a positive impact. Spain won the 2023 UEFA Nations League under his management.
La Roja’s recent form is impressive.The European giants have lost only once in the last year or so.They have a good blend of youth and experience they will obviously be strong favorites to win the title.For this to happen their star players need to be at their best.
Here we will discuss three players that could play a crucial role in their team’s success.
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Rodri (DMF,Spain, Euro 2024)
The Manchester City midfield maestro Rodri is currently the best defensive midfielder in the world without a shadow of doubt. Spain are lucky that they swiftly found the replacement for one of the greatest defensive midfielders of all time, Sergio Busquets. At Manchester City Rodri has taken his game to a whole different level under the guidance of the legendary manager Pep Guardiola.
For Spain the former Atletico Madrid player is the mainstay in the midfield since Busquets’ international retirement.He was the player of tournament in Spain’s UEFA Nations League triumph in 2023.Rodri’s passing range,game awareness and reading of the game is unmatchable. In last two seasons he has also increased his attacking output. He scored the only goal of the game in UEFA Champions League final last season against Inter Milan.In the recently concluded club season,Rodri scored 9 goals and provided 14 assists in all competitions for Manchester City.These are brilliant numbers for a player whose main role is to shield his backline.
Rodri hasn’t scored many goals for his national side. Only 3 in 49 appearances. The reason is that he hasn’t got the same freedom to go forward and participate in attacks for Spain that Pep Guardiola has given him at City. Still we expect him to score more frequently for his national team. Rodri is the lynch pin of this Spain side and much will depend on him to provide the impetus to his team in the middle of the park.
Nico Williams (Winger, Spain,Euro 2024)
Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams was in blistering form for his club this season.His chemistry with his strike partner and elder brother Inaki has been a big plus for Athletic club in the last couple of years. Inaki is one of the most potent wingers in the La Liga today.
This season Nico played 37 times for his club,scored 8 goals and provided 17 assists for his team mates. His pace and trickery was too much for the most of the defenses in Spain.Nico is exceptional when one on one with the defender,he can cut inside and go outside to devastating effect.
The 22 years old winger made his Spain debut in 2022 and since then has been ever-present in the Luis de la Fuente team.He has scored 3 goals in 13 appearances for his national team.His recent performances suggest that he could prove to be a trump card for Spain at Euro 2024.Nico and Lamine Yamal on wings could be a deadly combination for La Roja. If Nico plays to his full potential,the Spanish outfit has every chance to go all the way in the Europe’s show piece event.
Lamine Yamal (Winger,Spain, Euro 2024)
The latest Barca wonderboy Lamine Yamal took the world by storm when he made his Barcelona first team debut in April last year at the age of just 15. The comparisons with club icon Lionel Messi were obvious. Many players before Lamine were touted as the new Messi but no one lived up to the hype.
On the evidence of his first year performances,Yamal looks a real deal. The guy has the skills and confidence to become a legend of the game. Already in his short career the Spain international has showcased the glimpses of his enormous potential.His Messi-esque forays from the right wing are a joy to behold.In the recently concluded season,Yamal played 50 games for Barcelona,scored 7 goals and provided 10 assists.
Yamal is also a big hope for Spanish national team.Last year when he made his debut for Spain,he became the youngest debutant and goal scorer in country’s history. Every football fan is excited to see this wonder kid blossom.The Euro 2024 is the ideal platform for Yamal to shine. He has the skill set and confidence to perform at the highest level.
The only thing that could go against him is the amount of football he has already played at such a tender age.Fifty games in a single season are exhaustive for the most 25 years old superstars.Yamal is just 16. His club and country must take good care of him and use him sensibly.He is a generational talent, the one who deserves the utmost privilege.
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