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Bayern Star Musiala Collapses: Health Scare
22 Aug
Summary
- Jamal Musiala will miss the Super Cup after fainting incidents.
- Fainting episodes are linked to recent medication changes.
- Musiala is undergoing treatment for temporary absence seizures.
Jamal Musiala will be absent from Bayern Munich's Super Cup clash with Borussia Dortmund following two recent fainting episodes. The young talent, who disclosed a "neurological dysfunction" diagnosis earlier this week, experienced these incidents after adjustments to his medication. Head coach Vincent Kompany confirmed Musiala's absence and stated he has been training separately.
Kompany elaborated that the team has been aware of the situation for some time and has consulted with experts. Musiala is receiving full support and undergoing individualized training as his treatment is adapted. The club is optimistic about his progress and eventual return to competitive matches.
The midfielder collapsed during recent friendly matches against RB Leipzig and Heidenheim. On both occasions, medical staff attended to him, and he was able to leave the field unaided. Following the Heidenheim game, Musiala shared on social media that his condition involves temporary, brief absence seizures due to a neurological dysfunction, emphasizing there is no further health risk and he is on the correct treatment path.
