Slovenia has made a major comeback to the Euro Championship after 24 years. They made their debut in the Euro Championships in 2000.
In addition, this will be their fourth major competition after they participated in the 2002 and 2010 World Cup.
Under the leadership of Matjaz Kek, who took the team for a second time in 2018, has named a team of 30 players. He also led the team to the World Cup in 2010, therefore, there are high expectations for him in this season.
Even though the team is not that experienced, he has one of the best goalkeepers in the world in his team and a promising European striker.
Team Slovenia Goal Keepers
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Slovenia has high hopes with their captain Jan Oblak. He is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. He plays for Atlético Madrid and is also the captain of Slovenia. Currently, he has over 60 caps and will make a debut back to his national team after going international in 2012.
Vid Belec is second in line in terms of experience. Vekic and Vidovsek will also be available as subs.
| Player | Club |
| Jan Oblak | Atletico Madrid |
| Vid Belec | APOEL Nicosia |
| Igor Vekic | Velje |
| Matvez Vidovsek | Olimpija Ljubljana |
Team Slovenia Defenders
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Jaka Bijol is the man to look out for in the left-back position. He has good chemistry with the captain. On his right will be Blazic.
David Brekalo will also be at the heart of the defense. Jarnicnik and Janza will also be in play. Waiting to see how the captain plays his game at the back.
| Player | Club |
| Petar Stojanovic | Sampdoria |
| Jaka Bijol | Udinese |
| Miha Blazic | Lech Poznan |
| Jure Balkovec | Alanyaspor |
| Zan Karnicnik | Celje |
| David Brekalo | Orlando City |
| Erik Janza | Górnik Zabrze |
| Vanja Drkusic | Sochi |
| Zan Zaletel | Viborg |
Team Slovenia Midfielders
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Cerin and Elsnik are the trusted players in the middle. Verbic, Kurtic, and Lovric will support them.
Zugelj will earn his first international cap during this season.
| Player | Club |
| Jasmin Kurtic | Sudtirol |
| Benjamin Verbic | Panathinaikos |
| Miha Zajc | Fenerbahce |
| Sandi Lovric | Udinese |
| Adam Gnezda Cerin | Panathinaikos |
| Jon Gorenc Stankovic | Sturm Graz |
| Timi Max Elsnik | Olimpija Ljubljana |
| Tomi Horvat | Sturm Graz |
| Adrian Zeljkovic | Spartak Trnava |
| Nino Zugelj | Bodo |
Team Slovenia Forwards
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The young talented Sesko will lead the forwards. At only 21 years of age, he had his first season in the Bundesliga while playing for RB Leipzig. He scored in each of the seven last games of the 2023-24 season, which makes him a threat to the other teams.
Also, Illicic is back on the team, he played last for the team in November 2021.
| Player | Club |
| Benjamin Sesko | RB Leipzig |
| Josip Ilicic | Maribor |
| Andraz Sporar | Panathinaikos |
| Luka Zahovic | Pogon Szczecin |
| Jan Mlakar | Pisa |
| Zan Celar | Lugano |
| Zan Vipotnik | Bordeaux |
You Can Also Read: Euro 2024: Team Croatia Profile
Key Members
Coach: Matjaz Kek
Captain: Jan Oblak
Star Man: Benjamin Sesko
One to Watch: Jaka Bijol
Although many consider Slovenia a weak team, it is important not to underestimate them. They have had a solid performance in the qualifiers, as they finished as runners-up in Group H. They are well known for having an organized defense, precise set-pieces, and a tactical edge that makes them worthy opponents. In addition, having an experienced coach and talented players like Sesko could add to their competitive advantage.
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