Let’s take a look at the 10 stars who shone brightly in their opening matches of EURO 2024.

10. Unai Simon (Spain)

Spain owes much of their 3-0 victory over Croatia to the brilliant performance of goalkeeper Unai Simon. He made a total of 5 saves, including a crucial penalty stop to deny Bruno Petkovic in the second half.

9. Dennis Man (Romania)

Romania’s unexpected 3-0 win against Ukraine was fueled by Dennis Man’s stellar performance. The Parma winger scored two out of his team’s three goals.

8. Dani Carvajal (Spain)

In a surprising turn of events, Dani Carvajal, making his EURO debut at the age of 32 and with 6 UEFA Champions League titles to his name, shone brightly. The veteran full-back scored a goal and showcased impressive defensive skills.

7. Toni Kroos (Germany)

Toni Kroos completed 101 out of 102 passes in Germany’s match against Scotland early Saturday morning. His flawless passing and ball retention were key to Germany’s victory.

6. N’Golo Kante (France)

Despite playing in the less-followed Saudi Pro League, 33-year-old N’Golo Kante proved critics wrong with a dynamic performance in France’s 1-0 win over Austria. His energy surpassed that of 21 other players on the field.

5. Fabian Ruiz (Spain)

Fabian Ruiz left a mark with a beautiful solo effort in Spain’s victory against Croatia. His impressive skills were on full display throughout the match.

4. Federico Chiesa (Italy)

Escaping the tactical constraints of ‘Max Allegri-ball,’ Federico Chiesa rediscovered his best form in Italy’s win over Albania. The Juventus winger constantly troubled Albania’s defense.

3. Jude Bellingham (England)

High expectations surrounded Jude Bellingham at EURO 2024, and he delivered. The Real superstar midfielder scored the header that sealed England’s victory over Serbia.

2. Lamine Yamal (Spain)

At just 16 years old, Lamine Yamal shone in Spain’s tournament opener against Croatia, showcasing confidence and form after thriving at Barcelona on the right wing.

1. Jamal Musiala (Germany)

Jamal Musiala was a clear standout in Germany’s first match. The 21-year-old star completed 100% of his passes, scored a stunning goal, and caused significant damage to Scotland’s defense with his intelligent movements.

These players have set the stage alight in the early stages of EURO 2024, promising more thrilling performances as the tournament progresses.