Italy vs Spain - Combined XI | UEFA Euro 2020

Right Midfielder: Pedri (Spain)

Pedri has truly come of age for Spain at Euro 2020.

Yes, he plays on the left. But due to competition for places, Spain's Pedri has been moved to the right.

That's because dropping him from the lineup altogether wasn't an option, as the Barcelona starlet has genuinely impressed for Spain at Euro 2020. The 18-year old has demonstrated an incredible understanding of the game whilst being calm and poised in possession.

Only four players have laid more passes than Pedri at Euro 2020 thus far.

👀 Most successful final third passes at #EURO2020 🥇 Pedri - 156🥈 Jordi Alba - 125🥉 Koke - 115 pic.twitter.com/IIFwHgelYm

— WhoScored.com (@WhoScored) July 5, 2021

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Defensive Midfielder: Jorginho (Italy)

Italy's orchestrator-in-chief, Jorginho (left)

Italy's chief orchestrator, Jorginho, has dictated his team's tempo and will be asked to do the same against Spain too.

He has made the sixth-most passes at Euro 2020 thus far and has been excellent in ball-recoveries too. The Chelsea man isn't easily dispossessed, so Spain will have to keep a weather eye on him during the game.

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Left Midfielder: Marco Verratti (Italy)

Marco Verratti has been an exceptional playmaker for Italy.

Marco Verratti has been the embodiment of a world-class player. The 28-year-old combines pace and vision to create scoring chances, while his passing accuracy is enviable too.

He has registered a 94% passing success rate so far in the tournament. He's no mug off the ball either, averaging almost four tackles per game and playing a key role in regaining possession.

Marco Verratti has created 12 goalscoring chances in just three #EURO2020 matches 🤯 pic.twitter.com/4JGhI2Wc0A

— Goal (@goal) July 3, 2021