The start of the season for Zachary Athekame is more than excellent. The full‑back, who moved to Lyon on a straight loan in the summer, continues to perform very well also with Switzerland after having amazed everyone in Ligue 1. The young talent owned by the red‑and‑black club is showing constant growth, confirming the excellent athletic and tactical qualities that had led the management of Via Aldo Rossi to target him for the future.

First start for the national team and his signature in the Swiss hat‑trick

Today he made his debut as a starter with the Swiss national team and left his mark in the clear 3‑0 win over Montenegro. The impact of the Milan‑owned full‑back on the match was devastating down the right flank: first he provided the assist for Amdouni’s opening goal with a low cross from the right side of the area, then he also took part in the Swiss third goal with another pass to Amdouni.

It is difficult to classify it as an assist since the teammate controls at the limit, beats an opponent and then enters the box to finish with his left foot. In any case the performance of the Milan‑owned full‑back was excellent, made of constant drive, defensive attention and great personality. Ninety minutes on the pitch as a starter also for Ardon Jashari, who partnered Freuler in midfield, completed an evening of the highest level for the Swiss colours.