{
  "id": 1778949,
  "title": "‘Neurological absence’ — Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala issues statement on collapse",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/neurological-absence-bayern-munich-star-jamal-musiala-issues",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-18T19:07:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/neurological-absence-bayern-munich-star-190732384.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "FC Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala has issued a statement via Instagram following his collapses during matches. The 23-year-old player has been diagnosed with temporary, treatable neurological absences that cause brief lapses in consciousness. These episodes, which have occurred twice in recent games, have raised concerns among fans. Musiala emphasizes that there is no additional health risk and he is receiving optimal medical care. He is optimistic about his recovery and continues to focus on living his everyday life and playing soccer. Musiala urges fans to respect his privacy and only share his statement with close confidants, the club, and medical experts. He remains grateful for the support and messages he has received.",
  "summary": "The FC Bayern star made his words clear on Instagram.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "🎙️Musiala breaks his silence: I have a neurological disorder",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/musiala-breaks-his-silence-i-have-a-neurological-disorder",
        "published": "2026-08-18T19:11:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}