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Originally Posted by GirlySports
so eurocentric!
Brazil has the best midfield
Casemiro, Fabinho, Fred, Paqueta, Rafinha. even Neymar can drop into midfield if they decide to play more forwards
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2 or 4 years ago I would have agreed.
But I feel like Casemiro, Fred, and Fabinho are all past their prime at this point. Their play at Man U and Liverpool this year reflects that IMO.
Pedro, Gavi, Rodri would be clear at this point. Busquets still effective for his age (very comparable to Casemiro/Fabinho). Thiago is better than Fabinho for Liverpool but can't get into Spain's squad.
France is probably similar to Brazil where as 2 or 4 years ago they would be considered, but age and injury knock them down the list.
Portugal with Fernandes, Silva, Vitinha have a shout but I'd take Spain.
Italy messed up qualifying but Barella, Veratti, Locatelli, Tonali, Jorginho is a great group but Spain is still clear IMO (Spain controlled the midfield during their Euro match and the Nations League final).