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Spain's Dani Olmo Key in Semifinal Clash Against France Amidst Injury Setbacks

Posted : 08 July 2024

Dani Olmo, the 26-year-old attacking midfielder from RB Leipzig, stepped up in a pivotal role for Spain during their thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Germany in the quarterfinals. He replaced the injured Pedri early in the match and proved instrumental, scoring the first goal and setting up Mikel Merino for the second in an impressive display in Stuttgart. Olmo's performance has earned him a starting spot against France in the upcoming semifinal on Tuesday.

 

Earlier in the tournament, coach De la Fuente had opted for Pedri as Spain's central creator, leaving Olmo initially on the sidelines. Despite this, Olmo remained patient, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness when called upon. His contributions included a crucial assist in Spain's group-stage win against Albania, followed by a goal as a substitute in their round-of-16 match against Georgia.

 

Reflecting on Olmo's impact, De la Fuente praised his team-first mentality and highlighted his ability to seamlessly integrate into any match scenario. Olmo's standout performance against Germany, where he not only scored but also created opportunities, demonstrated his readiness and importance to the Spanish squad, especially in light of Pedri's unfortunate injury setback.

 

As Spain prepares to face France in the semifinals, Olmo's role becomes even more pivotal in breaking down a defensively resilient French team. With key players like Pedri and Carvajal unavailable due to injuries and suspensions, Spain will rely on Olmo's creativity and clinical finishing to advance to the final and contend for the Euro 2024 title against the odds.

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