Jamal Musiala discloses neurological disorder after recent collapses
8 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:25 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Bayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala issued a statement on Instagram regarding his health after experiencing episodes of collapse during friendlies, including one against Heidenheim. Musiala has been diagnosed with brief, easily treatable absences caused by a neurological dysfunction, clarifying there is no additional health risk. He expressed gratitude for the support received and emphasized his intention to continue playing as part of his recovery plan. The club fully supports his decision to maintain his football career during treatment.
- •Musiala collapsed during friendlies, raising health concerns.
- •He has been diagnosed with a treatable neurological dysfunction.
- •Musiala confirmed he will continue playing as part of his recovery.
- •He expressed thanks for the support from fans, family, and the club.
- •No long-term health risks have been indicated by medical professionals.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Kompany sheds light on Jamal Musiala’s collapses, revealing a major change as the cause
- 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala reveals ‘neurological dysfunction’ diagnosis after second on-pitch collapse
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Jamal Musiala breaks silence on ‘seizures’ after collapsing during consecutive Bayern Munich games
- 3:34 PMBBC News — Jamal Musiala: What is happening to Bayern Munich forward? - BBC
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- 10:46 PMAssociated Press — Bayern midfielder Musiala reveals 'neurological' issue after collapse during game for 2nd time - AP News
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Bayern's Musiala reveals 'neurological disorder' after on-field collapse
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — 🎙️Musiala breaks his silence: I have a neurological disorder
"Jamal Musiala’s readiness for Bayern Munich’s start to the season is in question after collapsing in consecutive warmup games because of a neurological issue. The 23-year-old Germany star went down shortly after entering the field in a friendly against Heidenheim on Tuesday, three days after a similar incident against Leipzig. Musiala said in an Instagram post late Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with “brief, temporary, but easily treatable absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction” and that they can lead to the moments that occurred against Heidenheim and Leipzig.
"Vincent Kompany has revealed that a minor change to Jamal Musiala’s treatment was behind the Bayern Munich star collapsing twice during recent friendly matches. Musiala has been receiving treatment for a ‘neurological disorder’, with the 23-year-old previously describing the episodes as temporary, short and treatable.
"Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said he is suffering from a neurological disorder after a second on-field collapse in three days on Tuesday. Musiala later revealed on social media that he had a disorder which could lead to "temporary but treatable seizures".
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 6:44 PMKompany sheds light on Jamal Musiala’s collapses, revealing a major change as the cause
Vincent Kompany has revealed that a minor change to Jamal Musiala’s treatment was behind the Bayern Munich star collapsing twice during recent friendly matches. Musiala has been receiving treatment for a ‘neurological disorder’, with the 23-year-old previously describing the episodes as temporary, short and treatable.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 6:25 PMBayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala reveals ‘neurological dysfunction’ diagnosis after second on-pitch collapse
Bayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala has revealed that he is receiving treatment for a “neurological dysfunction” after fainting during two pre-season matches within four days.Musiala first suffere...
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 5:09 PMJamal Musiala breaks silence on ‘seizures’ after collapsing during consecutive Bayern Munich games
Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has opened up about being diagnosed with 'a neurological dysfunction' after collapsing in back-to-back games, discussing his condition in a social media post
- BBC NewsAug 19, 2026, 3:34 PMJamal Musiala: What is happening to Bayern Munich forward? - BBC
Jamal Musiala is being treated for a "neurological dysfunction" after collapsing twice in four days during Bayern Munich's pre-season friendlies.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 12:00 PMBayern star Jamal Musiala’s season start is in doubt after two collapses in games
Jamal Musiala’s readiness for Bayern Munich’s start to the season is in question after collapsing in consecutive warmup games because of a neurological issue. The 23-year-old Germany star went down shortly after entering the field in a friendly against Heidenheim on Tuesday, three days after a similar incident against Leipzig. Musiala said in an Instagram post late Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with “brief, temporary, but easily treatable absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction” and that they can lead to the moments that occurred against Heidenheim and Leipzig.
- Associated PressAug 18, 2026, 10:46 PMBayern midfielder Musiala reveals 'neurological' issue after collapse during game for 2nd time - AP News
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala says he’s dealing with a neurological issue but doing well despite collapsing during a preseason game at Heidenheim three days after a similar incident against Leipzig. The 23-year-old Germany international went down sho…
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 8:14 PMBayern's Musiala reveals 'neurological disorder' after on-field collapse
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said he is suffering from a neurological disorder after a second on-field collapse in three days on Tuesday. Musiala later revealed on social media that he had a disorder which could lead to "temporary but treatable seizures".
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 7:11 PM🎙️Musiala breaks his silence: I have a neurological disorder
Bayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala spoke out through his social media to clarify his health status after suffering recent episodes of collapse. The Germany international confirmed that he is doing we...
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 7:07 PM‘Neurological absence’ — Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala issues statement on collapse
The FC Bayern star made his words clear on Instagram.
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 7:03 PM🎙️ Diagnosis made: Musiala explains collapse
After Jamal Musiala collapsed twice within a few days during FC Bayern friendlies, the 23-year-old has now provided an explanation for the frightening moments. On Instagram, the Bayern star posted a d...
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