Medication switch behind Musiala collapses - Bayern

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala's collapses during recent friendlies were caused by a change in his medication, according to head coach Vincent Kompany. The 23-year-old has been treated for a neurological dysfunction resulting in temporary, treatable seizures. Bayern had been aware of Musiala's condition before the start of last season but had not seen it affect his performance on the pitch.

Kompany revealed that a slight change in Musiala's medication led to two collapses in four days, against RB Leipzig and Heidenheim. The team is fully supportive of the player, who posted on Instagram about his condition being part of his daily life. Absence seizures, like Musiala's, can be managed with medication and do not prevent someone from playing sports.

Rugby player Tommy Freeman also has absence seizures and manages the condition while playing for Northampton and England.