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PFDC – PAMPLONA, UEFA.com published their
revelation squad from La Liga´s 2006-07 season on Friday. Among the eleven
players, two men from Pamplona, forward Roberto Soldado and midfielder Javad
Nekounam.
Despite the language barrier and the cultural adaptation, the Iranian
international perceived as an exotic transfer at the begining of the season
proved to be Osasuna´s best player, both in league matches and in the UEFA
Cup.
The elegancy of the 26-year-old combined with his calm and his great ball
distribution qualities were underlined by the UEFA.com journalists.
“In his first season in Spain, his remarkable adaptation lead him to
excellent displays, the Iranian earns his place as the organisator and
distributor of the squad along Javier Casquero from Getafe.”
Nekounam played in 38 matches in three competitions (La Liga, Copa del Rey,
UEFA CUP), scoring three goals, notably a historic goal against Girondins de
Bordeaux in the 120th minute in the UEFA CUP Round of 16.
UEFA.com La Liga´s Revelation Squad for the 2006-07 season :
Miguel Torres (Real Madrid), Antonio Puerta (Sevilla), Alexis Ruano (Getafe),
Ezequiel Garay (Racing), JAvad Nekounam (Osasuna), Javier Casquero (Getafe),
Santi Cazorla (Recreativo), Bosko Jankovic (Mallorca). Trainer ; Marcelino
García (Recreativo), Roberto Soldado (Osasuna).
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