Euro 2024 and Copa America: Whose Stock Has Risen and Fallen?
It’s the perfect time to take stock of the tournament performances and identify the players who’ve impressed and those who’ve disappointed. In this article, we’ll explore whose stock has risen and fallen after the Euro 2024 and Copa America tournaments.
EURO 2024: STOCK UP
1. Lamine Yamal, Spain – The 16-year-old winger has been on fire this summer, and his goal against France in the semifinals is a memory that will last a lifetime.
“We already knew what that the rest of the Spain team was all about, and they have been great, but Olmo has been the decisive factor when his country needed it the most.” – Julien Laurens
2. Cody Gakpo, Netherlands – The Liverpool forward has shown his ability to carry the Dutch team to the semifinals and has proven himself as a key player.
“I could have gone with a number of the players my colleagues mentioned, but keepers don’t always get the love they deserve and it’s worth reminding ourselves what a big role he had in Portugal’s run to the quarterfinals.” – Gab Marcotti
3. Marc Guéhi, England – The young center-back has been a revelation for the English team, and his performances have sparked interest from several clubs.
“You don’t judge that by penalty saves… He has proved once more that he is one of the better goalkeepers in the tournament” – Gab Marcotti
4. Dani Olmo, Spain – The Leipzig midfielder has been instrumental in Spain’s run to the final, scoring three goals and assisting two.
“I already knew what that the rest of the Spain team was all about, and they have been great, but Olmo has been the decisive factor when his country needed it the most.” – Julien Laurens
5. Ferdi Kadioglu, Turkey – The Turkish left-back has been a threat from the back, scoring one goal and providing several assists.
“I could have gone with a number of the players my colleagues mentioned, but keepers don’t always get the love they deserve and it’s worth reminding ourselves what a big role he had in Portugal’s run to the quarterfinals.” – Gab Marcotti
COPA AMERICA: STOCK DOWN
1. Endrick, Brazil – Despite being just 17, the striker has already faced criticism for his performance in the tournament.
“Endrick will shine again, but in terms of his current stock this tournament did him no favors.” – Luis Miguel Echegaray
2. Santiago Giménez, Mexico – The Feyenoord striker scored zero goals in the tournament, leaving many wondering if he’s cut out for international football.
“The expectations were high for Giménez after he scored 26 goals in 41 games for Feyenoord, but he squandered the opportunity with zero goals in all three group-stage matches.” – Lizzy Becherano
3. Tim Weah, United States – The Juventus winger’s red card against Panama turned the tide of the American campaign, and he’s still looking for a consistent run of form.
“There is plenty of blame to go around for the USMNT’s Copa America flameout, but Weah bears more responsibility than most.” – Carlisle
4. Miguel Almirón, Paraguay – The Atlético de Madrid midfielder has failed to impress in the tournament, creating zero big chances.
“Paraguay, and their biggest star, had a Copa to forget.” – James Olley
5. Alexis Sánchez, Chile – The Inter Milan forward has struggled to make an impact for the Chilean team, scoring zero goals in the tournament.
“This was a melancholic return to the scene of Chile’s greatest triumph.” – Phil Vickery
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