#2 Maximilian Arnold
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Any person who watched Germany ’s matches in the tournament will agree to the fact that, like a true leader, Max Arnold led his team by example. Every single minute that he played in the tournament, Arnold followed the ideology ‘team above self’, something that has always been associated with German football.
A versatile midfielder who plies his trade with Wolfsburg, Arnold was the ‘heart’ of Germany’s team, orchestrating the team’s play in a very calm and composed manner. Like a classic number 8, Arnold was splitting the opposition defence with his passing, creating chances for his teammates to pounce upon.
He showed maturity beyond his years when he decided to step first in the penalty shootout against England. Often cited weak in defending, Arnold worked on his game and showcased his progress against Spain, making crucial interventions before the Spaniards could pose any serious threat to the goal.
