Musiala reveals neurological condition after second collapse

Bayern Munich midfielder, Jamal Musiala, has revealed that he has been diagnosed with a neurological condition after collapsing during a pre-season friendly against Heidenheim on Tuesday.

The 23-year-old German international fell to the ground shortly after coming on as a substitute in Bayern’s 4-2 victory. It was the second such incident involving Musiala in three days, following a similar episode during Saturday’s home match against RB Leipzig.

Musiala appeared dazed as he received medical attention before being helped off the pitch.

The midfielder later addressed the situation on social media, saying he had been diagnosed with a condition that causes brief episodes of absence.

“I have been diagnosed with brief, temporary episodes of absence that are easily treatable and are caused by a neurological dysfunction,” Musiala said.

“These can lead to the moments that have occurred recently, such as against Leipzig and now in Heidenheim.

“I know that they may seem scary at first glance, but for me, they are currently simply part of my everyday life.”

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Musiala said he was receiving medical care and remained positive about his condition.

“I am receiving the best possible medical care in this regard, and I am very optimistic.”

He also thanked supporters for their messages and support.

“I am incredibly grateful for all your messages and your support.”

Bayern sporting director Max Eberl said after the Heidenheim match that the club was aware of Musiala’s condition.

“Jamal will speak about this in the near future. We knew about it, and we are aware of the situation,” Eberl said.

Musiala’s latest episode came three days after he collapsed during Bayern’s 1-0 victory over Leipzig. He required medical attention during that match, which was played in temperatures above 30C in Munich.

The latest incidents come after a difficult period for Musiala, who missed the first six months of last season with a broken ankle suffered at the Club World Cup.

He returned during the second half of the campaign and later represented Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

Bayern’s victory over Heidenheim included goals from Felipe Chavez, Arijon Ibrahimovic, Luis Diaz, and Nathaniel Brown.