Endrick’s Ligue 1 introduction has escalated from promising to spectacular in record time.
Olympique Lyonnais ran riot in a 5–2 away victory over Metz on Sunday, and at the center of it all was the Brazilian teenager, who delivered a stunning hat-trick to cap a perfect start to his Lyon career.
Lyon took control early, and it was Endrick who set the tone. In the 14th minute, he opened the scoring with a ruthless finish from close range—ghosting into space on the right side of the six-yard box before guiding a left-footed shot into the bottom left corner. Corentin Tolisso provided the assist, but the movement and composure belonged entirely to the 19-year-old.
By the time Endrick struck again, the match had tilted firmly in Lyon’s favor. His second goal came via a devastating fast break: receiving a pass from Tyler Morton , Endrick calmly swept another left-footed finish into the bottom corner. It was a moment that showcased not just his finishing, but his ability to attack space at speed.
He completed his hat-trick from the penalty spot late on, converting confidently after drawing the foul himself. Three goals, all left-footed. Clinical, varied, and decisive.
Endrick’s underlying numbers were just as impressive as the goals:
* **3 goals**
* **6 shots, all on target**
* **3 completed dribbles** (the most of any player in the match)
He remained a constant threat throughout, stretching Metz’s back line with direct runs and sharp ball control before being substituted in the 91st minute for Adil Hamdani.
This hat-trick continues a flawless start to Endrick’s Lyon tenure:
* **Debut vs Lille:** Goal in a 2–1 win
* **Second match vs Brest:** Assist in another 2–1 victory
* **Third match vs Metz:** Hat-trick in a 5–2 rout
Three matches, five goal contributions, and an immediate sense that Lyon have acquired something special — even if it’s not a permanent move for them.
The win keeps Lyon firmly in the hunt near the top of Ligue 1. They remain in fourth place with 36 points, trailing Paris Saint-Germain (45), Lens (43), and Olympique de Marseille (38). Performances like this, however, suggest Lyon’s ceiling may be rising fast.
For Endrick, this was more than just a hat-trick—it was an announcement. His finishing efficiency, dribbling success, and off-ball instincts all pointed to a player already comfortable at senior European level.
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