Here is our Best XI — three forwards, three midfielders, four defenders and a goalie — entering the start of the tournament.
Kimmich is the glue of the German midfield, a tenacious defender who is versatile enough to both play at the back and drive the attack. He will not rest until he strips the opponent of possession and wins the ball back for his side. A stalwart for both the national team and Bayern Munich for seven years now, the 2014 World Cup champions will go as far as Kimmich takes them.Another top talent who could be playing in his final World Cup, the 37-year-old Modric is the Croatian engine.
Honorable mentions: Casemiro , Jude Bellingham , Phil Foden , Bruno Fernandes , Federico Valverde , Pedri Known much more for his pace and ball skills than his defensive prowess, Cancelo is one of the keys to jump-starting Portugal’s attack. He has excelled at Manchester City with compatriot Ruben Dias, showcasing a great ability to drive play with the ball at his feet. His speed in tracking back helps mitigate his defensive shortcomings.
There’s no one better between the woodwork right now than Courtois, who had three clean sheets in five games during Euro 2020. He stopped 25 of 31 shots during Belgium’s third-place run at the 2018 World Cup and earned the Golden Glove as the best goalkeeper of the tournament. He is the reigning Yashin Trophy winner as the top goalie in European soccer.
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