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Dynamo Dresden's Lars Bünning discusses recovery from brain hemorrhage

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 12:03 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Dynamo Dresden's Lars Bünning discusses recovery from brain hemorrhage

Summary

Dynamo Dresden defender Lars Bünning spoke publicly about his recovery from a life-threatening brain hemorrhage and subsequent surgery two months ago. In a video message shared on Instagram, Bünning expressed gratitude for the support he has received during his challenging rehabilitation journey. He shared that he is making good progress and anticipates returning to Dresden soon. The team has shown solidarity by wearing Bünning's image and a supportive message on their uniforms during friendly matches. His video message was highlighted during a team event, uplifting the spirits of his teammates and fans.

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Status Watch

•Lars Bünning suffered a brain hemorrhage after last season's final match.
•His rehabilitation is going well, and he looks forward to returning.
•Dynamo Dresden players wear Bünning's portrait on their jerseys.
•Bünning's message was shared at a team presentation event.
•Captain Niklas Hauptmann noted the special impact of Bünning's video message.

Latest Updates

12:03 PMYahoo Sports — 'Battle back to life': Dresden player after brain haemorrhage

What they're saying

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Dynamo Dresden defender Lars Bünning as spoken in public for the first time about a life-threatening brain haemorrhage and subsequent emergency surgery two months ago. “The past few weeks have probably been the most difficult weeks of my entire life so far.
— Yahoo Sports

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