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Not always did this tournament receive as much attention as it deserves, but it's worth writing about it at the end of the season.
GK Courtois at "Atletico"
It's becoming a tradition for "Atletico" to find a young brilliant goalkeeper. Despite his youth and lack of experience, he demonstrated a very solid game throughout the tournament. The only difference from de Gea is that "Atletico" won't receive money for him. Chelsea bosses can rub their hands, they found a great player who can replace Cech in the future.
LB Luis Felipe at "Atletico"
He played a great season. Fit perfectly into the coach's schemas, was constantly active in creating attacks. Simply the epitome of a modern fullback.
CB Godin at "Atletico"
He probably did well not to move to "Chelsea" in the summer. Now his already very solid price should have risen even more. One of the main secrets of "Atletico"'s successful defense is Godin.
CB Papadopoulos at "Schalke"
Greeks have been famous for their defensive abilities at least since 2004. The new generation does not disappoint. The young Greek played a great season and aspires to become one of the best CBs in Europe in the future.
RB Iraola at "Athletic"
One of the leaders of the Basques in this successful campaign that amazed Europe. Always active in attack and almost error-free in defense. He blossomed late, but the chances of finding a new good club have certainly increased. The question is, will he want that.
DM Gabi at "Atletico"
In such a team, it's hard to call him a star, but he did fantastically with his work. He caused big problems for opponents' creators.
DM Javi Martinez at "Athletic"
He played where he was needed - both in the heart of defense and in the center of the pitch, and he was brilliant everywhere. Undoubtedly deserves the attention of bigger clubs.
LW Muniain at "Athletic"
One of the leaders of the team was a constant threat to all opponents. Played many memorable matches and was one of the most productive players in the club.
AMC Diego at "Atletico"
Finally found a club where he can shine and a coach who could find the leader's role in his schemes. After such a season, his value in the market should have greatly increased.
RW Adrian at "Atletico"
It could be predicted that Falcao would be a goal-scoring machine. It was unexpected, however, that a young winger from "Deportivo" would provide him with competition for the title of the most productive player in the team.
CF Falcao at "Atletico"
For the second season in a row, he was the biggest star of the Europa League. Again ruthlessly scoring goals, again hard to stop. Although this team worked great for him, he deserves more.
Coach Verbeek at AZ
Alkmaar's team was not considered favorites at any stage. But they defeated "Udinese" and "Anderlecht". If not for the tragic first match against "Valencia", they could have gone very far.
