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A true leader who is both respected and commanding, Iker Casillas is also an imposing figure for opponents. Without him, Spain would not be European champions, and Real Madrid would probably not have won the Spanish league title. Casillas has been at the very top of the game for the past ten years, calling upon his strong personality to show impressive consistency and efficiency, and ultimately making fewer errors than other goalkeepers. He only conceded one goal at EURO 2012 – against Italy in Spain’s opening match – en route to becoming the first captain to lift a trophy in three consecutive major tournaments.