The Atlanta air crackled with tension, not just the usual pre-season buzz. Near halftime of the Bayern Munich versus PSG clash, a sickening collision brought the game to a halt. Young Bayern star Jamal Musiala went down hard after a clash with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. The scene on the field looked grim from the start.
Players from both teams quickly showed their concern. Their reactions hinted at a serious injury, and everyone watching knew it. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany spoke after the game, admitting the incident “didn’t look good.” He observed that it appeared to be an ankle injury but wisely avoided making a firm diagnosis right there. The young midfielder was rushed straight to a hospital in Atlanta.
Bayern’s sporting director, Max Eberl, later confirmed the hospital trip. He was quick to point out this wasn’t a case of a player being overworked. Eberl insisted it was a pure “accident,” a moment of bad luck rather than a body breaking down from too many games.
However, the true extent of the damage became clear hours later. German newspaper BILD shared the devastating news. Musiala had suffered a fractured left fibula. On top of that, he had multiple ligament injuries. This means the 22-year-old faces a long road to recovery.
His return to action will take at least four months. This is a tough blow for Musiala, who had just finished last season struggling with muscle problems. He hadn’t even started a game for Bayern since April 4th. Now, he’s back on the sidelines, facing another extended period away from the pitch. It’s a cruel twist for a player many see as a bright future for the club.