Bayern Munich updates injuries ahead of friendly against RB Leipzig
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Bayern Munich prepares for a friendly against RB Leipzig on August 15, 2026, with several players still sidelined. Lennart Karl and Serge Gnabry participated in parts of team training but will not play. Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Dayot Upamecano remain inactive after their World Cup commitments. In contrast, Alphonso Davies, Jamal Musiala, and Ismael Saibari have trained regularly and may see minutes off the bench. Bayern's upcoming match will be an important step ahead of the Supercup against Borussia Dortmund on August 22.
- •Lennart Karl and Serge Gnabry will miss the match against RB Leipzig.
- •Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Dayot Upamecano are yet to rejoin training.
- •Alphonso Davies, Jamal Musiala, and Ismael Saibari could feature off the bench.
- •The match against RB Leipzig is a precursor to the Supercup on August 22.
- •Bayern is focusing on getting players match-ready for the upcoming season.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — While Lennart Karl, Serge Gnabry need more time, another trio could be ready for Bayern Munich to face RB Leipzig
"FC Bayern has some players getting closer to a return.
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