Musiala expected back for Bayern in Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Musiala expected back for Bayern in Bundesliga opener against Stuttgart
Summary

Jamal Musiala is anticipated to return for Bayern Munich in their Bundesliga debut against VfB Stuttgart. The young star has been recovering from acute seizures and won't participate in the match against Borussia Dortmund this weekend. Medical advice supports his continued involvement in football as part of his recovery. Borussia Dortmund’s sporting director Lars Ricken expressed hope for Musiala’s swift return to full fitness.

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  • •Jamal Musiala will miss the Borussia Dortmund match.
  • •He is expected to play against VfB Stuttgart.
  • •Musiala is recovering from acute seizures.
  • •Doctors recommend continuing his football career.
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  • 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Musiala to miss Super Cup match after recent health issues
  • 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Musiala to return for Bayern in Bundesliga curtain-raiser with Stuttgart
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Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala will miss the Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday due to side effects after a change in his treatment for absence seizures. "He's trained individually this week.

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After suffering from acute seizures, it's no surprise that Jamal Musiala won't be in the squad against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.Sport BILD understands, however, that the Bayern Munich star is exp...

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