Champions League team of the season: Lamine Yamal, Harry Kane … and a Spurs player

Champions League Team of the Season: Stars Shining Bright in Europe

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This season's Champions League team of the season showcases remarkable talent, featuring standout players from various clubs, but limited to one per team.

Goalkeeper: David Raya (Arsenal)
Raya emerged as a hero during the final's penalty shootout against Paris Saint-Germain, making a crucial save from Nuno Mendes. He concluded the campaign with an impressive nine clean sheets, conceding only five goals in 14 matches.

Right-back: Pedro Porro (Tottenham)
Porro’s skills shone as Tottenham finished fourth in the group stage. His overlapping abilities have sparked links to a return to Manchester City.

Centre-back: Alessandro Bastoni (Inter)
Bastoni remained a cornerstone in Inter's defense, helping them concede just seven goals in the group stage, despite Italy's unfortunate World Cup playoff.

Centre-back: Odin Bjørtuft (Bodø/Glimt)
Bjørtuft led a resilient defense that shocked many by defeating Manchester City and Atlético Madrid, ranking third in ball recoveries.

Left-back: Matteo Ruggeri (Atlético Madrid)
Ruggeri contributed significantly to Atlético's quarter-final success against Barcelona, showcasing his defensive prowess.

Defensive midfielder: Morten Hjulmand (Sporting)
Hjulmand was pivotal for Sporting, helping them reach the top eight despite missing the first leg against Arsenal.

Central midfielder: Aleix García (Bayer Leverkusen)
García's 91.25% passing accuracy was crucial for Leverkusen, highlighted by a stunning goal against PSG.

Central midfielder: Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool)
Szoboszlai stood out for Liverpool, scoring five goals and leading the team during a challenging season.

Left-wing: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG)
Kvaratskhelia dazzled with his explosive play, proving to be a key asset for PSG throughout the season.

Right-wing: Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
Despite injuries, Yamal displayed flashes of brilliance, including a remarkable performance in the quarter-finals against Atlético.

Striker: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
Kane, with 61 goals this season, has seamlessly transitioned to Bayern Munich, showcasing his creative side alongside talented wingers.

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