FC Bayern II striker Bastian Assomo has made a sensational start to his Germany U17 career, netting two hat-tricks in the space of just three days during the UEFA European Under-17 Championship Qualification round.
The 16-year-old forward showcased his prolific scoring ability by bagging seven goals in his first 90 minutes of action at the U17 level. This remarkable feat included four goals in a dominant 7-0 victory against Azerbaijan U17, where he entered the match as a half-time substitute. Just days later, Assomo followed up with another hat-trick against Lithuania U17.
Impressive Goal-Scoring Run
Against Lithuania, Assomo opened the scoring from a delivery by Vincent Clair. He quickly added his second goal in the 12th minute with an impressive play inside the box. Before half-time, he completed his hat-trick from the penalty spot after a foul on Union Berlin prospect Linus Güther. The young striker also turned provider later in the game, assisting Milo Barde.
Assomo’s recent performances build on an already strong international record. Prior to his U17 debut, he had scored six goals in five combined appearances for Germany’s U15 and U16 national teams, highlighting his consistent threat in front of goal across different age groups.
Bayern Munich Connection and International Future
At club level, Assomo plays for FC Bayern II, the reserve team of Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. His potential has already been recognised, as he featured with Bayern’s first team during their pre-season preparations. This exposure to senior football suggests the club views him as a promising talent for the future.
Beyond his club and current Germany U17 commitments, Assomo holds dual eligibility for international representation. He can choose to represent either Germany or Cameroon, offering an interesting decision point for his senior international career in the future.
Germany U17 will now conclude their group stage fixtures in the qualification round with a match against Northern Ireland, aiming to secure their progression in the tournament.