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'Spain have found their new Xavi or Iniesta' - Pedri picks apart Italy with impeccable passing display

The 18-year-old midfielder has been one of La Roja's best players in the Euro 2020 semi-final against Italy

Pedri has drawn the adoration of Spain supporters for his passing performance on Tuesday in the Euro 2020 semi-final against Italy.

The 18-year-old, who became the youngest player to ever start a match at this point in the competition, completed all 55 of his pass attempts in regular time. They weren’t simple balls, either, and on one occasion in the first half he played Mikel Oyarbazal through on goal, though Oyarbazal botched his first touch. His movement also

His breakout year has seen him get regular minutes at Barcelona and be selected to compete in the Olympics later this summer.