Tag: Euro 2024

The best England lineup includes Cole Palmer and Anthony Gordon but not Phil Foden
20Jun By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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The best England lineup includes Cole Palmer and Anthony Gordon but not Phil Foden

The England national team survived their opening fixture against Serbia with a 1-0 win, thanks to a winning goal and a much-hyped performance from Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham. Although Jude wasn't the only standout for England - center back Marc Guehi arguably had an even better performance - there weren't many bright spots in the attack and midfield, truth be told. Gareth Southgate has, once again, been taken to task for his lineup selection, as England had some unorthodox starters and controversial snubs. Going forward, if everyone is at full strength (circling lone left back Luke Shaw here), this is the best England national team lineup for the remainder of Euro 2024. Defense GK Jordan Pickford LB Luke Shaw CB Marc Guehi CB John Stones RB Kyle Walker Part ...
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Ranking the 5 best managers at Euro 2024
17Jun By Joe SorianoNo Comments
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Ranking the 5 best managers at Euro 2024

As Euro 2024 gets underway and the storylines develop during this exciting tournament, it's time to take a look at the key decision-makers who can often make the difference between a team exceeding expectations and flopping. Here is a ranking of the five best managers at Euro 2024. Some of these managers are well-known and have acclaimed resumes from club coaching, while others are proven at an international level, too. French national team manager Didier Deschamps and England national team manager Gareth Southgate are big, polarizing names and have taken teams far in tournaments, but their track records at the club level are lacking and their achievements at the international level in comparison to expectations are also lukewarm. Both of those things count when assessing the best...
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The 5 most underrated German national team players at Euro 2024
16Jun By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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The 5 most underrated German national team players at Euro 2024

Germany is one of the favorites to win Euro 2024 as the host nation and as a team with a great mix of veteran and up-and-coming stars like Toni Kroos, Jamal Musiala, and Florian Wirtz. While the big names on the German national team will dominate the headlines this summer, there are a number of underrated standouts who could ultimately make the difference for Die Mannschaft at Euro 2024. Here are the five most underrated German national team players you need to know. Stuttgart LW Chris Fuhrich Chris Fuhrich was the best left winger in the Bundesliga last season, combining with Serhou Guirassy and Deniz Undav to fire Stuttgart into the Champions League. A silky winger who can score goals and create chances, Fuhrich filled up the stat sheet for Die Schwaben to the tune of 8 goals,...
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Italy vs. Albania Player Ratings as Federico Chiesa, Nicolo Barella show their quality
15Jun By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Italy vs. Albania Player Ratings as Federico Chiesa, Nicolo Barella show their quality

Albania looked ready to upset Italy after scoring the fastest goal in the history of the Euros, thanks to a gift from the Azzurri. But Luciano Spalletti's men quickly found the response, scoring two goals to take the lead. Italy would then buckle down and secure a 2-1 victory over the upstarts, sending a statement that they are back to defend their European Championship crown after collapsing and missing the last World Cup. Here are the player ratings from Italy's 2-1 win over Albania. Italy Player Ratings GK Gianluigi Donnarumma, 7.5 - Can't be criticized for the Albania goal at the near post, as no keeper would have been able to react to that. Donnarumma more than made up for that goal with a game-saving stop with his back late in the match. LB Federico Dimarco, 5.0 - A poor e...
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Spain vs. Croatia Player Ratings as Lamine Yamal shows Luka Modric levels
15Jun By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Spain vs. Croatia Player Ratings as Lamine Yamal shows Luka Modric levels

Spain vs. Croatia was billed as one of the best matches of the opening rounds, and it didn't disappoint in terms of excitement and end-to-end action. But for Croatia, the ultimate result was disappointing, as their top-class midfield was overrun by Spain after Luis de la Fuente's side found an opener from star striker and captain Alvaro Morata. From there, Spain coasted, as Luka Modric and the experienced Croatian midfield were left chasing shadows, carved up by Barcelona's young superstars Pedri and Lamine Yamal. Here are the player ratings from Spain's commanding 3-0 victory over a thoroughly disappointing Croatia. Spain Player Ratings GK Unai Simon, 6.5 - Made up for another calamity on the ball with a brilliant penalty stop. LB Marc Cucurella, 6.5 - Did his job defensivel...
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Ranking the 5 best German national team players at Euro 2024
15Jun By Kevin ParviziNo Comments
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Ranking the 5 best German national team players at Euro 2024

The German national team made quite the statement on Friday night at the Allianz Arena, as the host nations tore through Scotland with a 5-1 victory. After multiple disappointing international tournaments following their unforgettable World Cup triumph in Brazil, it looks like Germany is well and truly back to being a title favorite under new manager Julian Nagelsmann. Here are the five best German national team players you need to know at Euro 2024, ranked in order. 5. CM Ilkay Gundogan, Barcelona Barcelona star Ilkay Gundogan had a fabulous first season in Catalunya, continuing where he left off after winning the Premier League and Champions League with Manchester City in 2022/23. For years, Gundogan has been one of the best German footballers, and as he has gotten older, he h...
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