UEFA Euro 2024 is going to start within the next six months. The groups are out and the managers of qualified nations will look to take their best squad to the summer tournament. Spain have not tasted cup glory since their glory period from 2008 to 2012. The Spanish team won two Euros and the FIFA World Cup during that time. This is another chance for a young team to write their name in the history books.
Some Spanish players are showing their top form before the start of the tournament, with one of them being Borja Mayoral of Getafe. The 26-year-old forward has featured for the U-17, U-19 and U-21 sides but is yet to make his senior debut. He is scoring at a consistent rate and here are a few stats that show why this Spanish striker has a chance to play for the national team.
Attacking zones
Borja Mayoral is not only a proper No. 9 but can also play as a No. 10 or secondary striker. He has been a regular for his side this season. By looking at the above visual we can observe that Mayoral has spent most of his time as a centre-forward, followed by the No.10 role and he also likes to drift towards the left side. This versatility gives a lot of options to any manager.
Fight for the Golden Boot
Mayoral is enjoying his best season in the LaLiga. The Spanish striker has scored 12 times and is just one goal behind Jude Bellingham in the standings. He has netted eight goals from open play and four from the penalty spot. Borja Mayoral has a high accuracy rate of 56.8% and most goals have been converted to the left of the goal.
In the above visual, players consistently above the diagonal line convert chances at a better rate than expected, showcasing superior finishing. Borja Mayoral is rated among the best in this business. His goal-per-shot rate is much better than other players in the Spanish first division.
In addition, Mayoral knows how to hold the ball and dribble past the opposition. He draws 1.26 fouls per 90 minutes and has won crucial free-kicks in the final third. This ability of a player adds another element to his game.
The recovery rate in dangerous areas shows how hungry Mayoral is this season to win the ball for his team. The former Real Madrid player makes 1.6 recoveries per 90 minutes in the opposition’s half. A total of 17 recoveries have been made in the final third and seven have led to a short within the next 20 seconds.
Borja Mayoral also has an assist to his name. He has 13 goal-scoring contributions in the current season and that keeps him in contention to make it to the Spanish national team. The player will look to continue this great run and secure selection.
Visuals via TFA data viz engine