Bayern’s Bischof: I want to earn a World Cup place | OneFootball

His debut took a long time to come – now the moment has finally arrived: Tom Bischof from FC Bayern is set for his first appearance for the German U21 national team. The 20-year-old wants to seize the opportunity to remind national coach Julian Nagelsmann of his abilities.

“Now I'm here, and we're both excited for my first game,” Bischof said in an ran interview before the European Championship qualifying match against Greece on Friday evening in Jena.

U21 Debut with a Long Build-Up

For Bischof, it was a long journey to his debut in the U21 DFB jersey. He was repeatedly held back – initially by injuries, then by being called up to the senior national team last summer, and most recently by an appendectomy.

Now the midfielder is finally fit – and U21 coach Antonio Di Salvo has already announced plans to start him in the lineup: “I expect him to pull the strings for us in the center,” Di Salvo explained.

Since his transfer from TSG Hoffenheim to FC Bayern in the summer, Bischof has already made a good impression in Munich. He particularly impressed as a starter in the 4-0 win against Werder Bremen. In total, the former Hoffenheim player has already made 60 Bundesliga appearances.

Big Goals: “Want to Recommend Myself for the World Cup”

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Bischof wants to catch Julian Nagelsmann's attention again with his performances at FC Bayern and in the U21. The national coach had already let him debut in the senior national team during the Nations League finals last summer.

“I spoke with the national coach before the nomination. He told me that he expects more playing time from me. Then there will be a greater chance of being invited to the senior team again,” Bischof revealed. His goal is clear: the 2026 World Cup.

“It would be a dream to be part of the World Cup next summer. For that, I need to push hard now and gather enough playing time at the club,” said the Bayern youngster.

U21 coach Di Salvo has high expectations for him – even at Munich: “He has shown great performances. Vincent Kompany will surely consider playing him more often.”

Bischof himself sees himself as a challenger: “To show what I can do, I try to give one hundred percent all the time.”

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