Musiala scores three goals as Bayern dominate the first half against Mainz.

Jamal Musiala, Bayern and Germany's star midfielder, added to his youthful history with a first-half hat trick against Mainz.

Vincent Kompany's side came into the away game at MEWA Arena with a point to prove after failing to advance to the second round of the DFB Pokal in three of the previous four seasons, but Musiala and his teammates had other plans.

The extraordinary talent, who is already regarded by many as Europe's greatest young star, scored three goals in the first half to startle the home team and likely put the game out of reach in just 45 minutes.

Musiala achieved another milestone in his blossoming career, scoring his maiden hat trick.

3 & 50 - In his 174th competitive match for FC Bayern, Jamal Musiala scored his first hat-trick - he has now scored 50 competitive goals for the Bavarian side. Brilliant

In addition, it was his 50th professional goal.

As Musiala continues to secure his place in club history despite his young age, fans will undoubtedly hope that this level of form will continue across all competitions as Bayern look to reclaim the trophies in 2024-25.

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