Top 10 best players in the round of 16 of EURO 2024
TH (according to VTC News)•July 3, 2024 16:30
Granit Xhaka, Nico Williams and Diogo Costa are the names that left the most impression in the round of 16 of EURO 2024.
In the round of 16, Granit Xhaka was like the "brain" in Switzerland's play. Statistics show that he passed the ball the most in the match, made the most cross-field passes and also had the most passes into the final third of the field.Nico Williams is having a brilliant EURO season. In the match against Georgia, Nico passed the ball 100% accurately, created 4 chances for his teammates and assisted 1 goal.Coach Luis de la Fuente built his game around Rodri. He shoots well from long range, which is effective in deadlocked situations. The equalizer against Georgia showed this strength of Rodri.In the round of 16, Antonio Rudiger showed his importance in the German defense. The Real Madrid defender played solidly, accurately predicting Denmark's attack.Jude Bellingham made up for that England shortcoming with his star quality. His 90+5 minute masterpiece saved England from the jaws of death.William Saliba (left) neutralized dangerous striker Romelu Lukaku in France's 1-0 win over Belgium.Diogo Costa was the best in the round of 16. This goalkeeper impressed with 3 saves in the penalty shootout, bringing Portugal to the quarterfinals. Before that, Costa himself made an excellent save in the face-off with Benjamin Sesko.Jan Oblak also deserves credit. The Slovenian goalkeeper made six saves, including denying Ronaldo from the penalty spot in extra time.The Netherlands recreated the image of the "orange whirlwind" in the victory over Romania. Cody Gakpo was the brightest character. He scored 1 goal, made 1 assist, and created 2 favorable opportunities for his teammates.Arda Guler was outstanding in Turkey's win over Austria. Guler put constant pressure on the opposition defence and had an assist in the match.TH (according to VTC News)
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