Euro 2024: Christian Eriksen and others that could be key for Denmark this campaign

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Denmark has already announced its final 26-man squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 in Germany. There are not a lot of recognisable names in the squad but many could still make or break the campaign for the Danish Dynamites.The team, led by head coach Kasper Hjulmand, boasts a mix of experienced veterans and young talent, ensuring a dynamic and competitive lineup.

Christian Eriksen

The 32-year-old Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest during the Euro 2020 match against Finland on June 12. He was fitted with a pacemaker device and resumed his career thereafter.

He played 28 games for the Red Devils this season throughout all competitions. Now, he's made a brilliant comeback as the coach named him in the 26-man squad. His experience and skill will be crucial in Denmark's midfield to make a significant impact in the tournament.

Rasmus Hojlund

Eriksen’s Man United teammate Rasmus Hojlund is another player who could prove to be key for Denmark's campaign. He has been in top form for the Red Devils this season with 16 goals throughout all competitions where 5 of them came in their Champions League games.

He was also in top form during Denmark's qualification campaign. Hojlund, who is Denmark's top scorer, is expected to make his major tournament debut and could be a game-changer for the team.

Simon Kjaer

The Denmark team captain Simon Kjaer Denmark is also the all-time record appearance maker for the national team. His leadership and guidance to the team players will be key to Denmark’s success throughout the tournament.

Kasper Schmeichel

Kasper Schmeichel, who has been Denmark's first-choice goalkeeper for the longest time, earned his 100th cap for the national team back in March this year. His experience could be the key to their campaign this year.

Denmark Final squad :-

Goalkeepers: Kasper Schmeichel (Anderlecht), Frederik Ronnow (Union Berlin), Mads Hermansen (Leicester City)

Defenders: Andreas Christensen (Barcelona), Simon Kjaer (AC Milan), Joachim Andersen (Crystal Palace), Jannik Vestergaard (Leicester City), Victor Nelsson (Galatasaray), Alexander Bah (Benfica), Joakim Maehle (Wolfsburg), Rasmus Kristensen (Roma), Victor Kristiansen (Bologna)

Midfielders: Christian Eriksen (Manchester United), Thomas Delaney (Anderlecht), Morten Hjulmand (Sporting Lisbon), Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (Tottenham Hotspur), Christian Norgaard (Brentford), Mathias Jensen (Brentford), Mikkel Damsgaard (Brentford)

Forwards: Jacob Bruun Larsen (Burnley), Andreas Skov Olsen (Club Brugge), Anders Dreyer (Anderlecht), Kasper Dolberg (Anderlecht), Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United), Jonas Wind (Wolfsburg), Yussuf Poulsen (RB Leipzig)