Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler discusses recovery from sepsis diagnosis
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler prepares to lead the team at Turf Moor against Sunderland on Sunday in the Women's Super League 2. Her return to the dugout comes nine months after a severe sepsis diagnosis that required intensive care treatment. Bachteler, who joined the club in December 2025, initially experienced symptoms she mistook for jet lag before her health rapidly declined. She faced a prolonged recovery process and still experiences post-sepsis syndrome, characterized by fatigue and dizzy spells. The manager plans to reflect on her journey during Sunday's match, which coincides with World Sepsis Day. She credits the Burnley medical staff with saving her life and continues to manage her workload alongside ongoing symptoms.
- •Jackie Bachteler returns to the dugout for Burnley on Sunday against Sunderland.
- •Bachteler was diagnosed with sepsis in January 2026 after joining the club.
- •The manager spent time in an intensive care unit to receive urgent treatment.
- •She continues to manage post-sepsis syndrome symptoms including extreme fatigue and dizziness.
- •Sunday marks the first time she has led the side at Turf Moor.
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — 'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare
- 6:14 AMBBC Sport — 'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare
"Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time - but nine months ago she was fighting for her life.
"Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time - but nine months ago she was fighting for her life.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 6:15 AM'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare
Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time - but nine months ago she was fighting for her life.
- BBC SportSep 13, 2026, 6:14 AM'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare
Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time - but nine months ago she was fighting for her life.
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