Toni Kroos Shines as Germany Defeats Hungary 2-0 to Secure Euro 2024 Knockout Stage Spot

Jun 19, 2024, 06:17 PM

Toni Kroos delivered an outstanding performance in Germany's 2-0 victory over Hungary at Euro 2024. Kroos completed 124 passes with a 95% accuracy rate, the second most by a midfielder in a UEFA European Championship game, behind Xavi's 127 passes in 2012. He also made 31 passes into the final third, 7 ball recoveries, and had 146 touches. Notably, Kroos had 27 line-breaking passes in the first half, twice more than any other player. Kroos' efforts have been instrumental in Germany's success, as they have won all five games since his return to the national team. This victory secures Germany's place in the knockout stages of the tournament.