Pisa’s Louis Buffon nets second hat-trick for Czech U19, future open | OneFootball

The upward trajectory of Louis Thomas Buffon continues to capture the attention of European football. At just 17 years old – he will turn 18 on December 28 – the Pisa forward is experiencing an extraordinary period of form with the Czech Republic Under 19 team, a national team he chose for its formative value and technical prospects.

Pisa, Louis Buffon, a growing talent: second hat-trick in a week with the Czech Republic U19 and a future yet to be written

Within seven days, Buffon Jr. has scored two hat-tricks, a statistic that certifies an impressive impact at the international youth level. The first came against Azerbaijan, the second – even more significant for its intensity and quality of execution – in yesterday's match against Northern Ireland.

The Czech Republic currently leads its U19 European Championship qualifying group with seven points, and Louis's goals are having a significant impact on the team's success.

Why the choice of the Czech Republic is not definitive

In an Italian context struggling to produce young forwards ready for the big leap, Buffon's choice to represent the Czech Republic has sparked questions and reflections. The son of Gigi Buffon and Alena Seredova explained the decision: “Together with my family, we assessed that this solution was useful for my growth path.”

However, it is still a reversible choice: as highlighted by the Gazzetta dello Sport, Louis has the possibility, in the coming years, to wear the Italian jersey should his will or sporting trajectory push him in that direction.

A path linked to his father's mentors

Destiny has added a romantic touch to his professional growth. The coaches who launched him among the professionals are indeed two symbolic figures of the generation that accompanied Gigi Buffon to the 2006 World Cup victory:

Pippo Inzaghi, who gave him his debut in Serie B on March 9 against Spezia.

Alberto Gilardino, who gave him his first minutes in Serie A against Bologna, making him the youngest debutant in Pisa's history.

These are milestones that tell of a well-thought-out progression, without excessive forcing, but with the clear sensation that the boy has a considerable margin for growth.

A heavy surname, but a talent that stands on its own

Louis Buffon does not share the same role as his father nor the playing style, but he shares something even more precious: the ability to handle attention, to grow under pressure, and to turn expectations into performance.

His recent performances suggest that European football will soon have to reckon with a new Buffon, this time a modern forward, endowed with physical strength, spatial awareness, and composure in finishing.

The future is wide open. And the feeling is that we are only just beginning to glimpse what his true level might be.

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