Kimmich discusses Musiala's health impact beyond football

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Kimmich discusses Musiala's health impact beyond football
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Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich spoke about teammate Jamal Musiala's recent health challenges following his public disclosure of having brief, temporary seizures due to a neurological dysfunction. Kimmich emphasized Musiala's potential as a role model, demonstrating that it is still possible to achieve high performance under difficult circumstances. Musiala was not included in the squad for Bayern's recent Super Cup match against Borussia Dortmund, with the club aware of his situation for some time. Bayern's sports board member Max Eberl noted that Musiala had adjusted his medication recently, which has made his episodes more apparent. Kimmich expressed hopes for Musiala's swift return, stating his importance to the team and the national squad.

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  • Kimmich calls Musiala a potential role model amid health issues.
  • Musiala revealed suffering from treatable absence seizures.
  • Kimmich hopes for Musiala's quick return to Bayern Munich.
  • Musiala did not play in the Super Cup against Borussia Dortmund.
  • Bayern was aware of Musiala's condition prior to his public disclosure.
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  • 8:48 AMYahoo SportsKimmich: Musiala's situation can have impact beyond football
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Bayern midfielder Joshua Kimmich believes that team-mate Jamal Musiala could have an impact beyond football by overcoming and dealing with an illness he recently made public. "Jamal can be a great role model for so many people out there, showing that you can still deliver top performances and compete at the highest level.

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