FC Bayern suffered two bitter injury setbacks in the Bundesliga classic against Borussia Dortmund. Within a matter of minutes, Ismael Saibari and Serge Gnabry had to be substituted in the first half. The Moroccan’s injury, in particular, caused concern among those at the Allianz Arena. Initial reports on the injuries sustained by the two offensive players are now available.

Saibari was injured in the 24th minute of the game during an unfortunate collision with Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel. While attempting to secure the ball, the Swiss goalkeeper landed with his full body weight on the Bayern star’s leg.

Just a few minutes later, another setback followed. Gnabry was also unable to continue the match. For interim coach Aaron Danks, this meant two injury-related substitutions in quick succession.

Saibari with ankle problems – reminiscent of Musiala’s injury

The incident involving Saibari was an unpleasant reminder of Jamal Musiala’s serious injury at the Club World Cup. Back then, PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma had also landed on the Bayern player’s leg during a challenge.

Against Dortmund, too, Saibari’s leg buckled unhappily during a collision with Kobel. However, it was not a foul, as the BVB goalkeeper had initially reached the ball.

The Moroccan remained lying on the field, his face contorted with pain. After briefly attempting to get back up and run, he had to lie down again.

This was followed by an extended treatment session by the medical staff. Finally, Saibari left the field in the 29th minute, supported by two trainers. Nathaniel Brown came on as a substitute for him.

According to Sky, the attacking player is suffering from an “ankle problem.”

However, an exact diagnosis has not yet been determined. FC Bayern has also not yet officially commented on the severity of the injury.

Gnabry Complains of Muscle Problems

Just two minutes after Saibari was substituted, Danks had to make another decision. Serge Gnabry collapsed to the ground without any apparent contact from an opponent and immediately signaled that he could not continue playing.

In the 31st minute, the German national team player was replaced by Josip Stanisic.

According to Sky, Gnabry complained of muscle discomfort in his thigh.

It remains unclear whether this was merely a precautionary measure or if he has suffered a more serious muscle injury.

For FC Bayern, this double loss comes at a very inopportune time.

With Jamal Musiala and Luis Díaz already out, the team is missing two key offensive players. If Saibari and Gnabry are also sidelined for an extended period, the personnel situation in Munich’s attack would become significantly more dire.

Of the seven established attacking players, only Harry Kane, Michael Olise, and Lennart Karl would then be available to play.

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