Spain and England are our confirmed finalists for Euro 2024, with the two sides clashing on Sunday in the hope of being crowd champions of an exhilarating tournament.
Much was expected of Europe’s biggest stars heading into the tournament, with Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane all tipped to have big tournaments. However, this year’s tournament has seen a number of the continent’s exciting young talents steal the headlines - with 16-year-old Spanish prodigy Lamine Yamal wowing audiences.
With the final approaching, we look at the 10 players aged 21 or under that have shone the brightest at the European Championship so far - according to popular statistic’s website FotMob.
5. Jude Bellingham - England
The Three Lions saviour in the last 16 win over Slovakia, the Real Madrid superstar has an average rating of 7.41 thanks to his two goals, 90% pass accuracy rate, 32 touches in the opposition box and 16 successful dribbles. | Martin Rickett Photo: Martin Rickett
6. Xavi Simons - Netherlands
After an outstanding season for RB Leipzig, Simons took his positive momentum into the Euros, with an average rating of 7.41 standing him amongst ahead of his older peers. He tallied three assists, one goal has created 12 chances and ended with a passing accuracy rate of 87.3%. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Pedri - Spain
The Barcelona midfielder was the best young talent at his country's last major tournament and has continued his impressive rise. With a 7.38 average rating, he boasts an 80% long passing accuracy rate, 10 chances created and 14 touches in the opposition box. Now ruled out of the remained of the tournament through injury. | Rafa Babot Photo: Rafa Babot
8. Nico Williams - Spain
The speedy forward has looked the real deal for Spain, alongside a number of his talented team mates. Williams has a 7.25 average rating as per FotMob with a 90.3% passing accuracy rate, 10 chances created and 25 touches in the opposition box. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images