Schüller resists being a marionette.
In the ongoing UEFA Women's Euro 2025, Lea Schüller, the top scorer for the German women's national team, continues to shine as an "incredibly important player." Despite being somewhat overshadowed at the previous tournament in Switzerland, Schüller has demonstrated her potential to make a significant impact on the pitch.
Schüller's athleticism and good sense of space make her a formidable force. Her ability to run deep and her clinical finishing in front of goal have earned her the nickname, "raining goals," a nod to Bayern legend Gerd Müller, who scored 68 goals in 62 international appearances.
However, Schüller's performance at the Euros was marred by few touches due to imprecise crosses and the performance of the ball-playing ten. To improve her scoring rate, the coaching team is prioritising enhancing the team's crossing quality and setting up Schüller better.
Schüller's game has become more variable, showcasing her adaptability on the field. She is not just a soloist but a team player, taking responsibility as one of the veterans on the team. Schüller's two-footedness and prowess in the air further bolster her versatility.
In her 78 international appearances, Schüller has scored an unbelievable 54 goals. She demonstrated this scoring rate in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, where she scored against Poland and Denmark in the 66th minute. However, specific details about her performance in that tournament are not readily available.
As Germany aims to avoid an early exit in the quarter-final against France on Saturday, the focus will be on Schüller and her ability to convert the improved crosses and set-up plays. Schüller's speed, which outpaces that of Popp, could prove crucial in creating scoring opportunities and securing a victory for the eight-time champions.
Schüller's speed and two-footedness make her a formidable player in football, particularly in the fast-paced setting of sports. Her clinical finishing and ability to capitalize on improved crosses could be decisive for Germany's success in the UEFA Women's Euro 2025, mimicking the prolific scoring rate she demonstrated in the previous edition of the tournament.
