Stange Shines at U19 Euros, Selke Backs HSV Talent for Double Title Success

Hamburger SVTeam·Hamburger SV's promising forward, Otto StangePlayer·Otto Stange, is making a significant impact at the ongoing U19 European Championship, playing a pivotal role in Germany's early qualification for the semifinals. The 19-year-old has demonstrated clinical finishing, scoring against Wales and netting a brace in Germany's thrilling 4-3 opening victory over Denmark.

With three goals in just two matches, Stange currently shares the top spot in the tournament's scoring chart alongside Spain's José Antonio Morante. The two prolific attackers are set to face each other in the final group-stage match, a direct contest that will not only determine the group winner but also intensify the race for the coveted golden boot.

Stange's impressive performances have garnered attention, including from his former mentor, Davie SelkePlayer·Davie Selke. Selke, a player known as a "Hamburg promotion hero" for his contributions to Hamburger SVTeam·Hamburger SV, has publicly expressed his confidence in Stange's abilities. "Otto is a very eager learner. We had a very good connection during my time in Hamburg," Selke stated, highlighting their enduring contact and his satisfaction with Stange's scoring rate at the Euros.

Drawing from his own experience, Selke led Germany to the European U19 title in 2014, finishing as the tournament's top scorer. This personal history fuels his belief that Stange is capable of achieving similar success. Selke articulated his hope that Stange could not only break records and secure the golden boot but also help bring the U19 European Championship title back to Germany.

Stange's club, Hamburger SVTeam·Hamburger SV, recently completed their 2025/26 BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga season, finishing in 13th place after earning promotion from the 2. BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga in the preceding 2024/25 campaign. Their return to the top flight saw them secure nine wins, eleven draws, and fourteen losses over the season.

Davie SelkePlayer·Davie Selke, who was instrumental in HSV's promotion with 22 goals in the 2. BundesligaCompetition·Bundesliga during the 2024/25 season, departed the club ahead of the 2025/26 season. Despite his desire to remain, a contract extension could not be agreed upon, leading to his move to Başakşehir Istanbul. His continued support for Stange underscores the strong bond forged during their time together at HSV, even as their professional paths have diverged.