Market Value: €20 million
In a match that offered a bit of drama, Bayern Munich triumphed with a solid 3-1 win over Sporting CP in the Champions League. After falling behind due to an own goal from Joshua Kimmich in the 54th minute, the Bundesliga powerhouse regained control and secured the three points with scores from Serge Gnabry, Lennart Karl, and Jonathan Tah.
Although the game itself wasn’t particularly memorable and Bayern appeared destined for a top-eight finish, it marked a significant night for their young star, Karl. At just 17 years old, he has proven himself as a remarkable talent and is making a strong case for his future stardom this season. The German U21 international has shown readiness to make an impact in Bayern’s first team and netted a superb goal against Sporting CP, etching his name in Champions League history.
As the youngest player on the pitch, Karl delivered a crucial moment for Bayern with an exceptional goal. He expertly controlled Konrad Laimer’s cross before confidently shooting it home. Remarkably, Karl became the youngest player in Champions League history to score in three consecutive matches, achieving this milestone at the age of 17 years, nine months, and 16 days.
This match was only Karl’s fourth appearance in the competition, with his first Champions League goal coming against Club Brugge. He followed that up with a stunning goal in a 3-1 loss to Arsenal before adding another against Sporting CP. With a market value of €20 million, Karl stands as the most valuable player in the world born in 2008 and can be expected to see an increase in his valuation in the upcoming Bundesliga update.
