{
  "id": 1888827,
  "title": "Jamal Musiala explains health condition after collapsing on pitch twice in four days",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/jamal-musiala-explains-health-condition-after-collapsing-on-pitch",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T07:39:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jamal-musiala-gives-health-two-195829618.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jamal Musiala, the Bayern Munich winger, has revealed he has been diagnosed with treatable absence seizures following two collapses on the pitch within four days. The 23-year-old German international experienced the first seizure during a friendly match against FC Heidenheim on Tuesday, just eight minutes after coming on as a substitute. He suffered a similar incident during Saturday’s match against RB Leipzig. Despite the alarming nature of these events, Musiala assures fans that there is no long-term danger to his health. In an Instagram post, Musiala expressed his gratitude for the support he has received and explained that the seizures are a result of a neurological dysfunction. He is currently receiving excellent medical care and remains optimistic about his recovery. Bayern Munich and Musiala's support network remain by his side throughout his journey. The player has taken full responsibility for his decision to continue playing and facing this challenge, with the medical clearance of neurologists. Musiala is hopeful and determined to continue playing football and winning titles with his team, while also appreciating the fans' support. He requests privacy regarding this matter, sharing it only with his closest circle, the club, and medical experts. Bayern will return to action when they face Borussia Dortmund in the German Supercup on Saturday.",
  "summary": "Musiala fell to the floor after coming on as a substitute on Tuesday, while he also collapsed on the pitch on Saturday",
  "key_points": [
    "Jamal Musiala diagnosed with treatable absence seizures.",
    "Experienced two collapses on pitch within four days.",
    "Received medical clearance to continue playing."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}