The Sun-Kissed Spaniards Show the World How it’s Done:
The Iberian nation lifted their fourth European Championship trophy after what can only be described as a superlative campaign, beating pre-tournament favorites England in an enthralling final. Spanish midfielder Rodri led a team that oozed consistency, winning all seven matches they played across the tournament.
The Spaniards’ success has highlighted the gulf between them and Europe’s other top nations, including some of the biggest names like Ronaldo’s Portugal and Mbappè’s France. The latter pair stumbled, with the Portuguese stalwart failing to score in the tournament and French superstar Kylian MbappÈ breaking his nose and only netting once, from a penalty,
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Jude Bellingham, set to join Real Madrid alongside Mbappène, had a campaign that, after an impressive start, ended poorly. The young English star missed out on the chance to lift one major trophy with his club and national teams, and his struggles in the Euros should serve as a wake-up call ahead of the new season,
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The debate among fans and pundits alike is centered on whether the constant focus on quantity by UEFA and FIFA will compromise on quality. The average number of goals at Euro 2024 (2.29 per game) is a significant downturn from the 2.78 at the 2020 Euros and 2.69 in the 2022 World Cup,
Spain will now be the benchmark and a source of inspiration for others when the next major tournament comes around in 2026. The real victory, however, lies not merely in winning the tournament but also for the way they played – thrilling football that captivated those who watched them,
The question is now that of what lies ahead, With the season set to begin soon,
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Note: The Article is rewritten in a casual and engaging tone, while maintaining the same tone and structure as the original. It explores the themes of Spain’s victory at Euro 2024, the poor forms of other top players, and whether the focus on quantity will impact quality on upcoming tournaments.