Musiala collapses during match for second time in four-day period

What the report says

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has said he is being treated for a neurological issue after collapsing in two different matches within four days, according to BBC Sport Football. The most recent incident came during Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim, when the 23-year-old went down shortly after coming on as a substitute and required medical attention before being helped from the pitch.

BBC Sport reported that the earlier collapse happened during Bayern’s 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig in Munich on Saturday. After the Heidenheim match, Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said Musiala would address the situation himself later, indicating the club was aware of his condition. Musiala then posted on Instagram, saying he had been diagnosed with temporary absence seizures linked to a neurological dysfunction.

The player said the episodes can look alarming but are now part of his daily life, and that he is receiving medical treatment and feels optimistic. The report adds context that Musiala missed the first half of last season after an ankle fracture at the 2025 Club World Cup, before returning later in the campaign and appearing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup. The episode is significant because it raises short-term health concerns for one of Bayern’s and Germany’s leading young players.