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Musiala Cleared to Keep Playing After Seizure Diagnosis

8/20/2026

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Summary

Musiala Seizure

Musiala disclosed a diagnosis of brief, treatable absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction.
He collapsed six minutes after entering as a substitute in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win over Heidenheim.
Sporting director Max Eberl confirmed neurologists gave written clearance for Musiala to keep playing.
Honorary president Uli Hoeness said Bayern knew of the condition before the World Cup, first seen versus Leipzig.

Summary

Amani Starts Bayern

Bernadette Amani began her first full season with Bayern Munich after joining in January.
She helped Bayern capture the Bundesliga and German Cup during her initial half-season.
Ivory Coast lost 2-1 to Ghana in a play-in, missing the 2027 World Cup.
Amani sat on Bayern’s bench for the 3-0 Supercup win over Wolfsburg two days later.

History

Historical Context

On 17 March 2012, Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba collapsed from cardiac arrest during an FA Cup quarter-final against Tottenham Hotspur, his heart stopping for 78 minutes before he was revived. The incident heightened focus on player heart health across leagues and raised awareness in Italian football after the later death of Livorno’s Riccardo Morosini.

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Musiala Seizure

Musiala disclosed a diagnosis of brief, treatable absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction.
He collapsed six minutes after entering as a substitute in Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win over Heidenheim.
Sporting director Max Eberl confirmed neurologists gave written clearance for Musiala to keep playing.
Honorary president Uli Hoeness said Bayern knew of the condition before the World Cup, first seen versus Leipzig.

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