UEFA Euro 2020: The UEFA Euro 2020 will culminate on the July 11th, 2021 at the Wembley Stadium after a lot of ups and downs.
This season of the UEFA Euro has seen some of the best talents showcase their skills at the top level and contribute to their team’s success.
From goal-scoring to gritty defending, we have seen it all in the delayed continental event which is down to its last three matches.
Diggingsports has picked out 11 players from a host of talent that we feel deserve a mention in the UEFA Euro 2020 team of the tournament.
Players have been chosen on the basis of their contributions and influential aspect in aiding the team’s success.
UEFA Euro 2020 team of the Tournament (4-4-2):Â
Goalkeeper
Yann Sommer
The Swiss stopper had a brilliant tournament and was heavily involved in Switzerland’s journey to the Quarter-finals.
He was involved in back-to-back penalty shootouts against France and Spain within the same week and was on queue when needed.
Yann’s agility and brilliant shot-stopping ability was showcased throughout the tournament.
Hence, it is only fair that he gets a mention here.
Defenders
Luke Shaw
With 3 assists in the knockouts, Shaw stepped up for the side when it mattered the most and dealt crucial blows which aided England’s success.
Shaw has enjoyed the consistent runs down the flank and has continued his good domestic form.
He remains a vital key in unlocking the trophy success for England.
Giorgio Chiellini
With only 1 goal conceded, Chiellini has brought in stability and experience to Italy’s line-up.
His leadership has been immaculate and continues to be an inspiration to the Azzurri set-up.
Chiellini has been an important part of Italy’s journey in the Euro 2020 and looks to lift his first major trophy.
Leonardo Bonucci
And holds the back-line with his astute leadership and experience.
Bonucci and Chiellini provided the world football with nothing short of a ‘Ph.D in Defending’ against Belgium, and was one of the main reasons for Italy’s win.
He played all the matches in the competition so far and holds the key to success ahead.
Vladimir Coufal
Coufal provided 2 assists in the competition against Scotland, Denmark and put in towering performances throughout all the matches.
He was the glue that kept the Czech Republic defence together with his intelligent game-awareness.
His best performance was against Denmark in the Quarterfinal but it wasn’t enough as the Czechs bowed out.
Midfielders
Raheem Sterling
He has scored thrice and assisted one goal in the Three Lions incredible campaign with his impeccable performances and goals from the left-wing.
Sterling has infused energy and creativity from the get go and keeps defenders on their toes.
England secured two 1-0 wins in group stage which saw Sterling score the winner on both occasions.
An important goal against Germany followed by a delicious through ball for Kane’s goal against Ukraine kept him going.
He remains Southgate’s main weapon if England is to win the title.
Paul Pogba
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The Frenchman couldn’t take his side all the way but was their best player by a distance.
Paul Pogba was incredible from the center of the park as scored and assisted 1 goal each in the competition.
His through ball for Benzema’s second and the spectacular strike against Switzerland were probably the highlights of his brilliance.
Pogba consistently held his own and put in one good performance after another as France secured a round of 16 finish.
He makes the cut in the team entirely due to his approach and skill-laden campaign.
Jorginho
His experience, positive mindset and approach are his strong points which he uses wisely.
Jorginho has consistently played well for Italy as they walked to the semi-finals of the competition.
He has been reliable throughout and when cut loose, can create mayhem for the opposition.
Joakim Mæhle
Mæhle scored twice against Russia and Wales before assisting the all-important winner against Czech Republic to send his side through.
Joakim was impressive with his creativity, versatility and picked up the main hot-spots, created impact every time.
He has been undoubtedly the player of Denmark’s campaign.
Strikers
Patrik Schick
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Schick slots himself easily as he scored in every match except one for Czech Republic.
The forward scored 5 goals and is on level with Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the Golden Boot.
Out of the 5, one goal was and should be termed the goal of the competition even before the voting ends.
Such was the audacity and beauty of the 49.7 yards goal against Scotland.
The Leverkusen forward’s aerial ability and goal-scoring form made him a threat against every side he faced.
Cristiano Ronaldo
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Was there ever any doubt!
Cristiano Ronaldo scored 5 goals in the Euro 2020 and broke innumerable records for Portugal this time.
From top-scorer in the European Championships to being tied for most international goals, Ronaldo did it all.
He scored a brace twice in the competition against Hungary, France and remained the main weapon for Santos’ side.
However, Portugal couldn’t manage to surpass the Round of 16 as they lost against Belgium.
Ronaldo carried the nation’s hopes once again but lacked the able support as A Seleção missed out on the Henri Delaunay trophy.
