Furious Kompany Reacts to Musiala Injury: “I’ve Rarely Been So Angry”
Bayern Munich star could be sidelined for 5 months after brutal Club World Cup clash with Donnarumma
Bayern Munich’s exit from the FIFA Club World Cup was not the only blow on the night. A horrific injury to Jamal Musiala overshadowed the match against Paris Saint-Germain, leaving head coach Vincent Kompany furious and the football world in shock.
Injury Overshadows Quarter-Final Loss
In the final moments of the first half, with Bayern pushing to equalize, Musiala was caught in a collision involving PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and defender William Pacho. As Musiala tried to control the ball inside the box, Donnarumma fell directly on the 21-year-old’s left ankle, causing an immediate and visible sprain.
The German midfielder screamed in pain and was quickly attended to by Bayern’s medical staff. The scene at the Atlanta stadium turned somber, with both teams forming a circle as Musiala received treatment before being stretchered off the field.
Kompany: “There Are More Important Things Than Football”
In the post-match press conference, Bayern boss Vincent Kompany didn’t hold back his emotions.
“I’ve rarely been so furious at half-time and it wasn’t at my players,” Kompany said.
“There are more important things than football, but for these guys, this is life. Someone like Jamal lives for this game.”
Visibly shaken, Kompany emphasized that Musiala had only recently returned from injury and had been building momentum before the unfortunate incident.
Donnarumma, who realized the impact immediately, was seen with his hands on his head, clearly distressed by what had happened.
Five-Month Layoff Possible
According to German outlet Bild, early tests suggest that Musiala suffered a serious ligament injury in the ankle. The expected recovery period could be as long as five months, potentially ruling him out for the remainder of the season a massive setback for both player and club.
Musiala was greeted with applause from fans as he left the pitch, but the mood in the Bayern camp was grim. Teammates and staff were seen consoling each other post-match, with the focus shifting from football to the player’s well-being.
Season Blow for Bayern Munich
Bayern’s elimination by PSG who held firm even after going down to nine men was already a hard pill to swallow. But the injury to one of their most dynamic young stars turned a football loss into something far more painful.
Musiala, who has been central to Bayern’s attacking play this season, will now begin his long road to recovery. Meanwhile, Kompany and the coaching staff are expected to revisit their squad options with the Bundesliga title race and European competitions still underway.
What’s Next?
Bayern’s medical team will confirm the final diagnosis in the coming days, but early signs point toward extended rehab and physiotherapy for Musiala. His absence leaves a creative gap in midfield one that may force Bayern into the transfer market or demand more from its bench strength.
Stay tuned to Somos Fanáticos for official updates on Musiala’s condition and Bayern’s next steps.
