Former Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has singled out Xherdan Shaqiri’s stunning strike against Scotland as the standout goal of Euro 2024 so far.
Shaqiri’s remarkable left-footed curler helped Switzerland secure a 1-1 draw with Scotland on Wednesday in Cologne. Prior to this match, Switzerland had triumphed 3-1 over Hungary in their tournament opener.
Van der Vaart, a former star for Real Madrid, expressed his admiration for Shaqiri’s goal. “I think Shaqiri’s goal is the best goal of the EUROs so far,” he said, according to Madrid Xtra.
Shaqiri’s goal has been widely praised for its precision and technique, solidifying his reputation as one of the tournament’s standout performers.