⁠Top five oldest players called up for Euro 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo aged 39 isn’t the oldest player at Euro 2024 in Germany.

The oldest player participating at Euro 2024 is Pepe, a 41-year-old Portuguese footballer, while the youngest is Lamine Yamal, a 16-year-old Spanish phenom. There is a 25-year age difference between them.

Many first-team players in these 24 nations participating at Euro 2024 have the potential to make an impact on the international scene; yet, coaches must take a chance and choose players who fit their system and style of play.

There are other veterans competing this time around besides Cristiano Ronaldo and comrade Pepe. Even France have decided to continue using Olivier Giroud, 37, as their No. 9.

5. Giorgi Loria- 38 yrs 4 months

Even though Giorgi Loria has a lot of experience playing internationally, he may not be Georgia’s preferred starting goalkeeper at the Euros.

If he takes the pitch, he will be one of the oldest players taking part in the competition. While there are many talented players in Georgia’s squad, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia remains the standout performer.

4. Jesus Navas – 38 yrs 6 months

For the first time since the 2008 and 2012 European Championships, Spain could have competed at a competition without any of the key players from the golden generation that won the 2010 World Cup.

But, the 38-year-old right-back Jesús Navas, who played for the teams in 2010 and 2012 comes back at the right time to probably offer some old wisdom from the dugout.

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3. Luka Modric – 38 yrs 9 months

38-year-old Luka Modrić is still active for Real Madrid and is anticipated to give Croatia the ‘X Factor’ during the upcoming European Championship in Germany.

Despite the increased intensity and tempo of the current game, the finest players are prolonging their careers. Athletes are expected to possess ever-increasing levels of stamina and endurance, but they also need to possess ever-increasing proficiency in performance optimization. Modric still has it.

2. Cristiano Ronaldo – 39 yrs 4 months

There have been some questions asked about Cristiano Ronaldo being named in Portugal’s squad for a record-breaking sixth time. With a mark-breaking 35 goals this season, the 39-year-old set a new goal record in the Saudi Pro League and now leads Al Nassr for goals scored across all competitions.

He may be talented enough to start for Portugal and become a key member of the team, but there are still some questions about his selection.

1. Pepe – 41 yrs 3 months

Pepe is still available to start for Portugal. The FC Porto defender, 41, has the potential to become the oldest player to ever compete at the European Championship.

The current holder of the record is Hungarian Gábor Király, who played against Belgium eight years ago at the age of 41 years and 86 days. Pepe will break this record if he makes the Portuguese team and plays, adding another significant achievement to his already remarkable career.

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