Wonder goal in Champions League: Bayern’s Karl makes history | OneFootball

Lennart Karl made the Allianz Arena shake early. The Bayern talent scored spectacularly in the Champions League, setting the evening in motion and writing his name in the history books.

With his powerful shot from about 18 meters to take an early 1-0 lead against FC Brugge, the 17-year-old achieved something historic: Karl is now the youngest German goal scorer in the history of the UEFA Champions League. He scored at the age of 17 years and 8 months, surpassing the previous records of Jamal Musiala (17 years, 11 months, 28 days), as well as the two (former) Dortmund players Felix Passlack (18; 5; 24) and Karim Adeyemi (18; 10; 13).

The goal also made Karl the youngest Champions League goal scorer in the club's history. Coach Vincent Kompany surprisingly placed the youngster in the starting lineup – and his courage was rewarded early on.

Karl: “I don't feel pressure”

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After the game, Karl remained remarkably calm at the microphone. Speaking to DAZN, the 17-year-old explained: “I am very happy about the goal, about my performance. I am the type of player who is not afraid and takes his chances. It's just fun with the team.”

Shortly after, he added: “Now I've scored my first goal, now many are watching me. But I don't feel pressure. I have to build on this, just keep going.”

The 'Man of the Match' award rounded off his evening. UEFA honored the Munich homegrown talent after the 4-0 against Brugge. Teammate Aleksandar Pavlovic had clear words after the game: “He's just got the guts. He proved that again today.”

Karl's path to the first team was consistent: In the Bundesliga, the attacking midfielder already collected minutes, assisted a goal in the 4-1 win in Hoffenheim, and now scored his first goal for the pros in the Champions League. The record-breaking evening could be the starting signal for more.

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