Sarah Mattner makes Bayern Munich Frauen debut after pausing medical studies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
Sarah Mattner made her debut for Bayern Munich Frauen in a 2-0 victory over Mainz. The defender entered the match as a substitute for goalscorer Giulia Gwinn at right-back. Mattner signed with the club from St. Pölten during the recent transfer window. To accommodate her professional football career, she has temporarily suspended her medical studies. Mattner had previously balanced the demands of college and professional sports for three years. She will now focus entirely on her role with the Bayern Munich squad.
- •Sarah Mattner appeared in her first match for Bayern Munich Frauen against Mainz.
- •The 2-0 win featured a goal from Giulia Gwinn.
- •Mattner replaced Gwinn at the right-back position during the game.
- •The player paused her medical education to prioritize professional football training.
- •She previously competed for St. Pölten before joining the Bayern Munich roster.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Medical student Sarah Mattner put her education on hold and debuted for Bayern Munich Frauen
"FC Bayern’s latest signing temporarily swapped her studies for a footballing career
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