{
  "id": 1858479,
  "title": "Jamal Musiala treated for 'neurological dysfunction' after collapsing during match for second time",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/jamal-musiala-treated-for-neurological-dysfunction-after-collapsing",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T03:41:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/08/19/jamal-musiala-treated-for-neurological-dysfunction-after-collapsing-during-match-for-second-time/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bayern Munich's midfielder Jamal Musiala is being treated for a neurological dysfunction following two fainting spells during matches in just four days. The 23-year-old came off the bench to play before appearing disoriented and needing medical assistance during Bayern's 4-2 friendly victory over Heidenheim on Tuesday. This incident occurred just a few days after Musiala collapsed during Bayern's 3-1 friendly win against RB Leipzig in Munich on Saturday. The Germany international subsequently revealed he has been diagnosed with \"temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures.\" Musiala reassured fans via Instagram that these episodes are part of his everyday life and that he is receiving top-tier medical care. Despite the scares, he remains optimistic about his recovery. FC Bayern and Musiala's family and friends have been fully supportive throughout this challenging time.",
  "summary": "Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has revealed he is receiving treatment for a “neurological dysfunction” after collapsing during a match for the second time in four days. Musiala, 23, was introduced as a substitute before appearing dazed and requiring medical attention six minutes into Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim on Tuesday. The incident came just days after he collapsed during…",
  "key_points": [
    "Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala faints twice in four matches.",
    "23-year-old diagnosed with temporary absence seizures.",
    "Musiala receiving top medical care and remains optimistic."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The diagnosis and treatment of Jamal Musiala's absence seizures mark a significant shift in managing his condition, allowing him to receive care and reassure fans about his recovery.",
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Jamal Musiala treated for 'neurological dysfunction' after collapsing during match for second time",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/jamal-musiala-treated-for-neurological-dysfunction-after-collapsing-1862208",
        "published": "2026-08-19T03:41:57.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "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."
}