Daniel Orme

Bayern Munich and Germany midfielder Jamal Musiala says he has been diagnosed with brief, treatable absence seizures caused by a neurological dysfunction after collapsing during preseason matches against RB Leipzig and FC Heidenheim. Musiala says he is receiving specialist medical care, has been cleared by neurologists to continue playing, faces no further health risks, and remains optimistic. The episodes follow a lengthy recovery from a fractured ankle, but he intends to continue pursuing football with Bayern while keeping further details within his family, club and medical team.

Arsenal are reportedly preparing for significant squad movement, with possible marquee deals for Bruno Guimarães and Vinícius Júnior potentially affecting Myles Lewis-Skelly’s future. Manchester United are investigating a move for the 19-year-old, while Arsenal may listen to offers for Reiss Nelson, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli and Viktor Gyökeres, and Christian Nørgaard is linked with Everton. Mikel Arteta says the club remains active and ambitious, seeking to improve the squad and increase internal competition.

Egypt’s 2-0 lead over Argentina collapsed in a controversial World Cup match that ended 3-2, prompting forward Mostafa Ziko and manager Hossam Hassan to accuse the referee and VAR of unfair decisions that they claim steered the outcome toward Argentina. Disallowed goals, a rejected penalty claim, and perceived pressure on officials fuelled accusations of rigging and manipulation, leaving Egypt’s camp openly questioning the integrity of the tournament.