The final Champions League group stage matches take place this week…
The Champions League groups stage is wrapped up this week as the teams play their final matches before the knockout rounds in February. However, who has been playing the best in the competition so far?
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Here are the 10 statistically best players so far, and Cristiano Ronaldo is surprisingly low…
Stats courtesy of WhoScored.
10) Cristiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid
The Portuguese may have singlehandedly scored more than most teams this season, but the majority of the goals have come in La Liga.
9) Karim Benzema, Real Madrid
The 26-year-old has been in great form this season, and that has included Europe. He has scored five goals in four starts so far.
8) Sokratis, Borussia Dortmund
The centre-back has been solid as his side look to get away from their domestic troubles in Europe.
7) Nemanja Matic, Chelsea
The 26-year-old was a key part of Chelsea’s long unbeaten run. It was telling that as soon as he was suspended they lost their first match of the season.
6) Casemiro, FC Porto
The Brazilian has helped the Portuguese club to a first placed finish in their group.
5) Yacine Brahimi, FC Porto
The winger has carried his World Cup form in to the season, and is another important piece in Porto’s current European success.
4) Nani, Sporting Lisbon (on loan from Manchester United)
The 28-year-old may be making Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal regret his decision to loan him out with his great performances.
3) Koke, Atletico Madrid
The midfielder is key to everything that Diego Simeone’s side do, and has two goals and five assists in the competition so far.
2) Eden Hazard, Chelsea
The Belgian has just missed out on top spot, but has been playing very well so far. He may be rested for the Blues’ final game against Sporting Lisbon as they have already qualified.
1) Lionel Messi, Barcelona
The World Cup golden ball winner has been getting back to his best recently, and already has seven goals in Europe’s premier competition.