Lisa Baum earns first senior Germany call-up ahead of friendlies

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Lisa Baum earns first senior Germany call-up ahead of friendlies
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Lisa Baum, a 19-year-old winger for Arsenal, is preparing for her first senior Germany call-up for upcoming friendly matches against Australia and Japan. After a successful spell at RB Leipzig, where she scored two goals and contributed significantly in her debut season, Baum’s performances caught the attention of Germany head coach Christian Wück. Her record move to Arsenal in the summer has seen her start all five league matches this season, netting goals against Brighton and Manchester City. Baum reflects on her rapid rise through youth football to the national team, describing the call-up as a 'childhood dream.'

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  • •Baum moves to Arsenal from RB Leipzig for a record €600,000.
  • •She has started all five league games for Arsenal so far this season.
  • •Baum scored the winner in Arsenal's opener against Brighton.
  • •Germany head coach Christian Wück acknowledges Baum's potential.
  • •Her senior debut could occur against Australia in Karlsruhe.
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There has not been much time for Lisa Baum to stop and take stock. A year ago, the teenage winger was still establishing herself at RB Leipzig. This summer, Arsenal paid a reported Bundesliga-record �...

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