England’s performance in the Euro 2024 group stage has been a mixed bag, to put it lightly. Despite topping Group C, the Three Lions have faced criticism for their uninspiring displays.
Gareth Southgate’s side has been accused of playing a defensive and tedious style of football, failing to excite fans despite the talent in the squad. However, amidst the criticisms, a few players have managed to stand out with their performances.
Top Performer: Marc Guehi
Marc Guehi has been a revelation for England in the group stage, at least for those that didn’t already know how great he is.
The Crystal Palace defender stepped up impressively, especially given the absence of regular starter Harry Maguire due to injury.
Guehi has been pivotal in England’s defence, showing exceptional composure, tackling, and aerial prowess. His ability to keep strikers like Dusan Vlahovic and Aleksandar Mitrovic at bay was crucial in securing victories and maintaining clean sheets.
Guehi’s performances against Serbia, Denmark, and Slovenia were standout displays, earning him the top spot as England’s best player of the group stage.
Key Stats of Marc Guehi During Euro 2024 Group Stage
Matches and Playing Time
Matches Played: 3
Minutes Played: 270 (90 minutes per match)
Defensive Contributions
Tackles: 5 (1.67 per match)
Balls Recovered: 26 (8.67 per match)
Clearances Completed: 4 out of 5
Blocks: 3
Yellow Cards: 1
Fouls Committed: 1 (all in the defensive third)
Distribution
Passing Accuracy: 93%
Passes Completed: 197 out of 210
Short Passes: 34 out of 39
Medium Passes: 153 out of 158
Long Passes: 10 out of 13
Backward Passes Completed: 15 out of 15
Passes to Left: 38 out of 40
Passes to Right: 84 out of 86
Passes into Attacking Third: 12
Passes into Key Play Area: 6
Physical Performance
Top Speed: 32.8 km/h
Distance Covered: 29.15 km (9.34 km per match)
Attacking and Possession
Times in Possession: 235
Dribbles: 1
Runs into Attacking Third: 1
Runs into Key Play Area: 1
Disciplinary Record
Yellow Cards: 1
Fouls Committed:…
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Author : editors@footballcritic.com (Jake Skudder)
Publish date : 2024-06-27 07:00:00
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