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Fans have lavished praise on Barcelona star Gavi after his match-winning performance in Spain's win against Norway on Sunday (October 15).
La Roja booked their ticket to Euro 2024 with a 1-0 win in Norway, thanks to Gavi's 49th-minute winner. The Barca wunderkind fired home after a pinball scenario in the box to send Luis de la Fuente's men to Germany.
However, it wasn't just his goal that was impressive on the night, as the Barcelona midfielder conjured up an all-round excellent display. He made two key passes and one won of four ground duels.
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Gavi's goal took him to five goals for Spain in 25 games since making his debut in 2021. He has made 24 appearances at the age of just 19 and spearheaded La Roja's qualification for the Euros.
It bodes well for Barcelona, as they have an El Clasico clash with Real Madrid on the horizon (October 28). The Blaugrana teenager has also been superb for Xavi's side this season as well, with two goals and one assist in 11 games across competitions.
Fans have given a glowing verdict of Gavi for his excellent showing against Norway. One fan has tipped him to win the Golden Boy award for the second consecutive year:
"Gavi deserves another golden boy award."
Another fan reckons he's better than in-form Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham:
"Better than Belligham."
Here's how fans on X (formerly Twitter) reacted to the Barca starlet's performance against Norway:
Barcelona's Gavi and Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham make final cut for 2023 Golden Boy award
Gavi and Bellingham have both been named in the final 20 nominees for the 2023 Golde Boy award. Both have enjoyed stellar seasons and are the future of their respective club.
The Barcelona midfielder made 49 appearances across competitions last season, bagging three goals and seven assists. He was part of a Spain side that won the UEFA Nations League and the La Liga title with the Blaugrana.
Meanwhile, Bellingham was a massive success in the Bundesliga, winning the German league's Player of the Year ward. The English midfielder made 42 appearances across competitions, scoring 14 goals and providing seven assists. He also impressed at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar with stunning performances for England that caught the eye.
Gavi is the current holder after winning the Golden Boy award last year. No player has won the award twice, but the Barcelona star is eyeing a historic second win in December.
