For the second time in four days, Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala had to be removed from a friendly for Bayern Munich due to collapsing on the pitch, and he has since revealed the medical diagnosis that caused it. In the 66th minute of a friendly versus Heidenheim on Tuesday, which the Bavarians won 4-2, Musiala went down off the ball after playing five minutes and was able to walk off the pitch under his own power. This comes after he also fainted from the heat during a friendly against RB Leipzig on Saturday, but with that match having milder temperatures and medical tests revealing no additional risk, manager Vincent Kompany still opted to play his attacking midfielder during the match.
Following the match, Musiala revealed that he is doing well while saying that he is currently dealing with seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction. He addressed it in the following statement: First things first — I'm doing well! I am incredibly grateful for your messages and your support!
I understand that many of you are worried. I want to put those worries to rest today and explain the situation: I have been diagnosed with brief, temporary — but treatable —absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction. These can lead to the kind of moments that occurred recently, such as during the match against Leipzig or now in Heidenheim.
I know they might look scary at first glance, but for me, they are currently just part of my everyday life. I am receiving excellent medical care for this and remain very optimistic. FC Bayern and my personal support network are right by my side, helping me through this.
Importantly, there is no further health risk involved. In close consultation and regular contact with the experts, it was my personal wish to face this challenge head-on. With the medical clearance of the neurologists, I want to continue doing what helps my recovery the most: simply living my daily life and pursuing my passion for playing football.
I have taken full responsibility for this decision. Overall, I feel very positive and am on the right track. What helps me most on this journey is continuing to chase victories and titles with my team and with your amazing support.
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