Mesut Ozil's Champions League Dream Team
Former Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, known for his impressive performances in Europe's elite competition, has recently shared his dream Champions League team for this season. However, fans and football enthusiasts have been left perplexed by some of the German player's selections.
Ozil's Impressive Record
Ozil, who played 28 times for Arsenal in the Champions League and also spent three seasons with Real Madrid, has an extensive record in the tournament. Throughout his career, the retired forward played a total of 69 games, contributing an impressive 11 goals and 26 assists for Schalke, Werder Bremen, Real Madrid, and Arsenal.
A Fan Turned Analyst
Since retiring from professional football in March of this year, Ozil has transitioned into a passionate fan and analyst of the game. To showcase his knowledge, he named his Champions League XI for this season, sparking a flurry of reactions from fans all over the world.
Ozil's Formation and Squad
Ozil's dream team features an interesting variation of a 3-5-2/3-3-4 formation. In his lineup, Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer guards the goal, with a formidable back three consisting of Manchester City's Ruben Dias, Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger, and Sevilla's Sergio Ramos.
In the midfield, Ozil chose Manchester City's Rodri alongside Real Madrid's Eduardo Camavinga and Sevilla's Ivan Rakitic. The wide attacking positions are occupied by Arsenal's Bukayo Saka and Bayern's Leroy Sane. The front two, according to Ozil's selection, are the dynamic duo of PSG's Kylian Mbappe and Manchester City's Erling Haaland.
Fans Are Divided
Not everyone is impressed with Ozil's dream team. Critics quickly took to social media to voice their opinions, questioning some of his choices. One user suggested that Jude Bellingham should have been included in the midfield, calling him the strongest player in that position.
Another fan expressed surprise at the lack of Arsenal players in the lineup, while another questioned the absence of Kevin De Bruyne. Furthermore, some fans disagreed with Ozil's choice of Manuel Neuer as the goalkeeper and Antonio Rudiger over David Alaba.
As individuals debate and discuss Ozil's selections, it is clear that his dream team has generated a lot of buzz among football enthusiasts.
