Cody Gakpo has been one of the main sensations at the EURO. The Dutchman has scored three goals, thus making him the leader in the top scorer standings alongside Georgia’s Georges Mikautadze, Germany’s star Jamal Musiala and Slovakia’s Ivan Schranz.
After watching him at Liverpool FC this season, few people would have said that Gakpo would be one of the stars of this summer’s Euro. His manager, Jürgen Klopp, did not count on him to be a starter, as the young player was a rotational piece.
If we take a look at his statistics as a Red this season, it seems odd that, in spite of not being given much playing time, he has managed to score 16 goals and dish out five assists in all competitions.
Nevertheless, the German manager prioritized Luis Díaz or Diogo Jota over the Dutch attacker in his lineups.
Cody Gakpo, a critical player for his national team:
However, Gakpo’s numbers at his club did not go unnoticed for Koeman. In fact, the Dutch national team’s manager called him up as part of the orange side that is currently taking part in the Euro at Germany.
His goals have been critical in order to help The Netherlands qualify for the semi-finals of the tournament.
But Gakpo is not just a scorer; he contributes more to the team than just his goals. His ability to create chanced for his teammates and relentless hustle on defense have turned him into a complete and critical piece for Koeman’s strategy.
Gakpo’s connection with other key players like Memphis Depay has been particularly noteworthy. The Netherlands’ newly formed offensive trident has given a lot of trouble to opposing defenses.
Looking ahead:
With every match, he proves that he is much more than a 25-year-old prospect; he is a reality in the European football landscape. The fans look ahead and anticipate more magical moments from this young talent in the remainder of the Euro.
To summarize, Cody Gapko has solidified himself as the lucky charm of The Netherlands in the 2024 Euro. His goals, talent and dedication to his team’s success have captured the imagination of football fans around the continent.
As the tournament moves towards its conclusion, one thing is certain: with Gakpo at his best, The Netherlands have a reason to dream of reaching the pinnacle of European football glory.
Translated by Nuño Alonso.
Main image: @OnsOranje.
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