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Bayern Munich May Rely on 16-Year-Old Goalkeeper

3/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

Bayern Munich could start Leonard Prescott (16-year-old German youth international) in goal for Champions League match against Atalanta if Jonas Urbig is unfit after a concussion.
Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich first-choice goalkeeper) and Sven Ulreich (Bayern Munich third-choice) are injured.
Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich coach) expresses confidence in Prescott.
Bayern leads 6-1 aggregate, allowing leeway to experiment in goal.
The decision on Urbig's fitness will be made on match day.

History

Historical Context

Bayern Munich's commitment to youth development has deep roots, dating back to the establishment of its Junior Team in 1902. In 2010, David Alaba debuted at 17, contributing to Bayern's treble-winning season. The club's recent 6-1 aggregate lead against Atalanta highlights its ongoing strategy of integrating young talent, exemplified by Leonard Prescott's potential start, reinforcing the importance of nurturing future stars.

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Story summary

Bayern Munich could start Leonard Prescott (16-year-old German youth international) in goal for Champions League match against Atalanta if Jonas Urbig is unfit after a concussion.
Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich first-choice goalkeeper) and Sven Ulreich (Bayern Munich third-choice) are injured.
Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich coach) expresses confidence in Prescott.
Bayern leads 6-1 aggregate, allowing leeway to experiment in goal.
The decision on Urbig's fitness will be made on match day.

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