Hero-ki: Ito becomes Bayern Munich's first ever Japanese goal scorer in the Bundesliga
Briefly

Hiroki Ito's journey at Bayern Munich has been challenging due to a persistent foot injury sustained during a preseason match in July 2024. After a tough recovery period, he made a symbolic return as a substitute in a crucial Champions League playoff against Celtic. Shortly thereafter, he scored his first Bundesliga goal in a 4-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. This goal not only signifies his personal triumph over adversity but also marks him as the first Japanese player to achieve this milestone for Bayern.
Plagued with a niggling foot injury, Hiroki Ito has endured a difficult start to life at Bayern Munich. The Japanese defender suffered a metatarsal injury back in Bayern's preseason friendly against FC Düren back in July 2024.
According to OptaFranz, Hiroki Itō is the first ever Japanese player to score a Bundesliga goal for Bayern, highlighting a significant milestone in his career.
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