Hertha BSC's U19 star Boris Mamuzah Lum drives team to Euro final

Boris Mamuzah Lum (18) scored the decisive goal in the semi‑final against Ukraine, securing Hertha BSC a place in the U19 Euro final versus Spain. Despite a knee ligament injury weeks before the tournament, he fought back and will play Saturday at 20:00 on RTL+.

How did the win happen?

Lum suffered a knee injury shortly before the competition but skipped his planned vacation and completed several hours of daily rehab. In the 73rd minute of the semi‑final he finished a precise pass from Mirza Catovic to make it 2‑1, sealing the victory. Coach Christian Wörns praised the "world‑class performance" of the defence and highlighted the perfect link between Catovic and Lum.

Why does this matter for Hertha BSC?

The youngster's success boosts the reputation of the academy, which is crucial while the senior side sits 7th in the 2. Bundesliga with 51 points, a record of 14 wins, 9 draws and 11 losses (LWLLD) and recently suffered a 6‑1 defeat to Arminia Bielefeld on 17 May 2026. A strong U19 squad can raise overall squad quality and ease pressure on the first team.

What comes next?

Hertha meets Spain in the final Saturday at 20:00. Regardless of the result, Lum returns already as a champion and has cemented his role as a leader. The coaching staff sees his development as a building block for the upcoming season, where the club still trails league leaders FC Schalke 04 by 19 points. Fans hope the Wales experience fuels the promotion push.

How does this affect the season?

Hertha BSC has scored 47 goals and conceded 44 this season (+3 goal difference). Lum's performance could signal more midfield stability if he moves into the senior squad. The next weeks will reveal whether the U19 experience translates into the Bundesliga battle.