Germany skipper Ilkay Gundogan lavished praise on Jamal Musiala following Wednesday’s 2-0 triumph against Hungary, labelling him “incredible” and “a joy to play with”.
Musiala converted from a Gundogan assist to net the opener in the first half and also was instrumental the providing the second for the captain.
The Bayern Munich youngster was also on the scoresheet while being named man of the match in Germany’s 5-1 win in the competition opener against Scotland on Friday.
Speaking highly of the talented forward, Gundogan said: “For me he’s incredible. It’s such a joy to play with him. He’s someone who can do the unexpected in every single situation and is such a difference-maker for our team.
“He is maybe the most important one at the moment for us and at such a young age as well, especially when it comes to creating, putting in the final pass and scoring goals which is something he’s added to his game as well.”
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann also had words of praise for his player, while expatiating on how he has guided Musiala through his young career.
Nagelsmann tutored Musiala at club side Bayern, before taking over as Germany gaffer last September.
“I have had a lot of meetings with Jamal at Bayern and now.
“He just should play like he’s on any small pitch, anywhere, everywhere in Germany or England.
“He should think about playing with his friends and not think about the pressure. He did a brilliant job today as he did against the Scottish.”
