Scotland are out. Georgia have shocked Europe. England are struggling. Spain look like the team to beat. The group stages of Euro 2024 have thrown up some really interesting talking points.
While Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane have all got on the scoresheet, the most intriguing element of the tournament is perhaps how well some of the lesser known players have performed. A major tournament has long been a stage where previously unknown players can flourish and build a reputation and the Euros have certainly offered some players that.
With the knockout stages on the horizon, we look at which 10 players have shone the brightest at the European Championship so far - according to popular statistic’s website FotMob.
With the knockout stages on the horizon, we look at which 10 players have shone the brightest at the European Championship so far - according to popular statistic’s website FotMob.
5. Georges Mikautadze - Georgia
The Metz striker has helped fire his nation into the last 16 of the Euros for the first time thanks to his three goals in three games. Has an average rating of 8.00 so far, winning 18 duals and creating five chances for his team. | Getty Images
6. Vitinha - Portugal
Roberto Martinez's Portugal side have made light work of their group and are already in the last 16. Their stand out player has been central midfielder Vitinha, who has 93.5% passing accuracy, 100% dribble success and has won 100% of his tackles. His average rating is 7.98 as per FotMob. | Jurij KodrunPhoto: Jurij Kodrun
7. Marc Cucurella - Spain
A bit of a forgotten man at Chelsea until recently, the Spaniard has been in excellent form for his country at the Euros. He's won 85.7% of his tackles, made 10 recoveries and won one player of the match award. He has an average rating of 7.95. | Claudio VillaPhoto: Claudio Villa
8. Cody Gakpo - Netherlands
Though the Dutch team have underperformed, the Liverpool attacker has been impressive. He has two goals in three games and a 7.90 average rating thanks to his 83.3% dribble success rate, eight chances created and 11 recoveries. | Getty Images