While the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane will be given the baulk of media attention ahead of Euro 2020, there are also other less high-profile forwards who have the quality to make a mark on the tournament.
Here are three forwards that could thrive at this summer’s tournament:
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The giant forward has only made a name for himself in the last 12 months. However, a highly impressive campaign in the Bundesliga with new boys Stuttgart has turned him into an almost certain starter for his national team. Kalajdzic scored 16 times in the German top-flight and also produced five assists last season.
Despite his height and aerial ability being his main strength, the 23-year-old is adept with the ball at his feet bringing his teammates into play.
He is not just a target man and can shine if the Austrians can throw off their tag of being poor in big tournaments.
The absence of the national hero Zlatan Ibrahimovic gives the 21-year-old an even bigger opportunity to shine in a yellow shirt this summer.
Isak has long been the golden boy of Swedish football and in recent seasons he has started to fulfil his potential.
In season 2020/21, Isak scored 17 times and produced two assists for Real Sociedad, as La Real finished in the European spots.
The youngster has been linked with several big-money moves this summer. A good performance at the European Championships will only intensify that interest from elsewhere.
For a long time, Silva promised to be the complete striker. However, it was not until last season the forward started to fulfil his potential. Now 25, the former Milan striker scored 25 times for Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga.
He has not yet reached the same scoring heights for his country, although this summer may well prove to be his time to shine for the Selecao.