Bayern’s Musiala diagnosed with neurological disorder after two on-field collapses

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Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala receives medical attention after an on-field collapse during their pre-season friendly against RB Leipzig on August 15, 2026. | Photo Credit: Reuters

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said on Tuesday (August 18, 2026) he ​has been diagnosed with a neurological ‌disorder after collapsing during a ​match for the second time ⁠in four days.

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The 23-year-old went down six minutes after coming off the bench ‌in Bayern's 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim and required ‌medical attention before being assisted ‌from ⁠the pitch.

The Germany international also ⁠collapsed during Bayern's 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig on Saturday.

"I've been diagnosed with ​temporary, brief, ‌but easily treatable absences caused by a neurological dysfunction," Musiala posted on Instagram.

"These can lead to episodes ‌like the ones that occurred ​recently — such as against Leipzig or just now in ⁠Heidenheim.

"I know these can seem scary at first glance — but for me, ‌they're currently part of my everyday life. I'm receiving the best medical care for this and am very optimistic."

The midfielder, who has made 231 ​appearances for Bayern, was sidelined for six months last season ⁠after fracturing an ankle at the ⁠Club Cup, but he recovered to return later in the ‌campaign and played for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

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