Maycon Cardozo is one of the standout performers in Bayern Munich’s preseason so far. The 17-year-old Brazilian has not only impressed in training sessions but also stood out in the 15-0 friendly win against FC Rottach-Egern. His strong performances have not gone unnoticed at Säbener Straße—quite the contrary.
While many young players are vying to prove themselves in the battle for a spot on the professional roster, Cardozo has already made a lasting impression on the club’s leadership. The attacking player stands out with his high intensity, great ambition, and attacking style of play—qualities that have also gone over very well with head coach Vincent Kompany.
According to BILD, Cardozo is therefore among the players who have particularly stood out during the first phase of preseason training. The Brazilian also made a strong impression in the friendly against FC Rottach-Egern, once again underscoring his immense potential.
Dante raves about Cardozo’s attitude
FCB II coach Dante, who has been closely following Cardozo’s development, is particularly impressed. The former Bayern pro praised the 17-year-old’s exceptional mentality above all else.
“Maycon always gives his all—truly, always. I even had to stop him once and tell him not to be sprinting all the time. He’s always motivated and focused, and he’s always thinking ahead to the next play. That’s a great quality. With his attitude, he’s a role model for our team,” Dante explained.
These comments highlight why Cardozo is regarded internally as one of the most exciting young talents. In addition to his soccer skills, what stands out most is his willingness to push himself to the limit in every training session.
Asia Tour as the Next Test
His strong performances are not going unnoticed. According to BILD, Cardozo will be part of FC Bayern’s squad for the Audi Summer Tour to Asia. There, the youngster will have the opportunity to showcase his skills on the international stage during the upcoming friendly matches.
For the attacking player, the trip could prove pivotal. Upon their return, the coaching staff will decide what role Cardozo will play in the upcoming season. In any case, his chances of regular playing time in the first team have increased significantly thanks to his impressive performances in recent weeks.
With his work ethic, attacking drive, and development, Cardozo has been one of the positive surprises of the preseason. If he continues on this path, the 17-year-old could be among the next young players to make the leap to the first team under Vincent Kompany as early as this season.