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The midfield selection brings together familiar names, yet forces us into heated debates. The top choice falls to Toni Kroos, whose performances earlier in the year were undeniably notable, despite gaps in play due to post-Euro fatigue. His status as a premier midfielder is further cemented by those lapses in play from other contenders. Jude Bellingham, who proved to be pivotal for Real Madrid, also finds his place in this illustrious lineup, while Florian Wirtz’s impressive goal tally cements his status as a rising star in European football.