The group stage of the Euro 2024 Germany and, while we wait for the round of 16 to start, we review all the football we saw. We begin by highlighting the five best players so far in the European national team tournament that is being experienced on Disney+ (only for South America).
Nico Williams (Spain)
The Spanish striker is one of the surprises of this Euro Cup. Spain’s great game, with a perfect score in this phase, could not be what it is without the control of its midfield and, above all, without the depth of its wingers. A step above the very young Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams stood out in this group stage in the important moments. In particular, he was decisive in the key match against Italy, causing countless problems for the Azzurri. The Athletic player, who is only 21 years old, will be decisive for the future of La Roja.
Marcel Sabitzer (Austria)
The surprise of the group stage was Austria, who won the group ahead of France and the Netherlands. Marcel Sabitzer personifies the great performance of the Austrians and coordinates his game. At 30 years old, with just the right amount of maturity, the Borussia Dortmund midfielder is shining at this Euro. He was important in the narrow defeat against the French, was the star in the rout against Poland and scored the winning goal, and qualification, in the 3-2 win against the Dutch.
Giorgi Mamardashvili (Georgia)
He is currently playing for Valencia but it is very likely that he will finish the tournament in goal for a European giant. Georgia’s unexpected qualification for the last 16 is explained by the talent of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the quality of Georges Mikautadze and, in particular, by the security of its number 1: Giorgi Mamardashvili. After an irregular performance in the 1-3 draw against Turkey in the debut, “Mamarda” came close to perfection in the 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic and He made memorable saves to sustain the 2-0 victory against Portugal. Now, he must prove himself against the Spanish.
Bruno Fernandes (Portugal)
Just like in his club, Manchester United, Bruno Fernándes took charge of Portuguese footballSurrounded by stars like Vitinha and Bernardo Silva, Bruno took centre stage from the centre of the attack, just behind Cristiano. In the triumphant debut against the Czech Republic he showed control and vision. In the 3-0 against Turkey he added a goal. His rest, against Georgia, coincided with the only defeat of the Portuguese. It must not be a coincidence.
Jamal Musiala (Germany)
The young creative from Bayern Munich is the player who brings together all the dreams of Germany. Jamal Musiala He was the best in the 5-1 win against Scotland and scored again in the 2-0 win against Hungary, where he played another great game. Against Switzerland, the 1-1 draw lowered his performance a little and the local team felt it. Looking ahead to the direct elimination phase, his imbalance near the area will be key so that the Germans get the title they are looking for.
