Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala has revealed that he is receiving treatment for a “neurological dysfunction” after collapsing during a match for the second time in four days.

The 23-year-old collapsed just six minutes after coming on as a substitute during Bayern’s 4-2 friendly win at Heidenheim on Tuesday.

Musiala appeared dazed and received medical attention before being helped from the pitch.

The incident came just four days after he had also collapsed during Bayern’s 3-1 friendly victory over RB Leipzig in Munich.

Musiala later took to Instagram to reassure fans and explain the condition.

> “I’ve been diagnosed with temporary, brief, but easily treatable absence seizures, which are due to a neurological dysfunction,” he said.

> “These can lead to the recent episodes, like the one against Leipzig or now in Heidenheim. I know they seem scary at first glance – but for me, they’re currently just part of my everyday life.”

The Germany international added that he is receiving good medical care and remains positive about his recovery.

> “I’m receiving excellent medical treatment and am very optimistic. FC Bayern and my family and friends are always by my side and supporting me on this journey.”

Bayern sporting director Max Eberl had earlier confirmed that the club was aware of the situation and said Musiala would speak about it himself.

“We knew about it and we are aware of the situation. Jamal will speak out,” Eberl said after Tuesday’s match.

Musiala missed the first six months of last season after suffering an ankle injury at the 2025 Club World Cup. He returned in the second half of the campaign and started three of Germany’s four matches at the 2026 World Cup.

Despite the latest incidents, Musiala remains optimistic and says he is receiving the necessary medical support from Bayern, his family and friends.

Man City could sanction another midfield departure as they look to revamp Enzo Maresca’s squad

Manchester City have reportedly held talks with Newcastle United over a possible transfer of midfielder Nico Gonzalez. The Magpies are looking to fill the voids left in their midfield engine rooms following the departures of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes from St James’ Park.

The Athletic reports that Newcastle have opened exploratory talks for the Spanish midfielder, along with other potential targets. Nico featured 41 times for City last season, but only started two matches after January, including the final fixture of the campaign, where Pep Guardiola fielded several fringe players.

Nico arrived from Porto to help cover the absence of Rodri after his ACL injury that season, with Guardiola’s squad lacking midfield depth. The former Spain under-21 international couldn’t quite replicate the impact of Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, with Nico being more of a box-to-box midfielder rather than a game controller like his compatriot.

Despite struggling for regular game time last season, the 24-year-old stated he had no issues with his playing time at the Etihad Stadium following his £52m transfer in January 2025. Newcastle’s interest in Nico comes after Rodri’s departure to Barcelona was confirmed.

“I’m happy here,” Nico previously stated when questioned about his future at City. “I don’t want to leave and I think the club wants me to stay. I haven’t seen anything, but I’m happy here.

“I don’t think any player has the position guaranteed for all the matches. Everyone has to work hard. We are one of the best teams in the world, and obviously, there is competition in every position.

“That is what makes us be in the position that we are, winning so many Premier Leagues and competing for everything.”

Nico helped City reach the FA Cup final, scoring a late winner against Southampton in the semis, but was left out of the side for the FA Cup final.

Despite missing out, Nico said: “I don’t think it was difficult for me. When I play, I think I do a really good job. A good example was the semi-final of the FA Cup when I did a good match. Every chance I got I tried my best.

“The final of the FA Cup, I was out but we won so it was an amazing day for me. If we win, I’m happy. My dream is to win trophies. If I don’t play any matches and we win the Champions League next year, I will be so happy.

The midfielder emerged from Barcelona’s renowned La Masia academy, featuring 37 times for Barca’s senior side throughout the 2021-22 season.

The report suggests Newcastle are confident they can maximise Nico’s abilities with regular playing opportunities following the high-profile exits of Tonali and Guimaraes.

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NEW YORK — Jose Iglesias found a way to ignite the Mets clubhouse and its fan base as soon as he entered the fray during the 2024 season.

The veteran infielder infused a badly-needed energy and leadership with the Mets fading in the standings. By the end of the campaign, with his Latin pop hit “OMG” serving as the team’s soundtrack, the Mets fired their way into the National League Championship Series.

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Now, two years later, Iglesias is bringing that fire and energy into a far different setting than the baseball diamond, just down the road on Broadway.

The 36-year-old will become the first Major League Baseball player to perform on Broadway when he takes the role of Narrator in “Buena Visa Social Club” for a six-week stint starting on Aug. 27 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre

“It’s very smooth. The energy, it’s an excellent musical. I’m surrounded by great teammates over there,” Iglesias said before throwing out the first pitch before the Mets’ game on Tuesday at Citi Field. “They support me on a daily basis. They know this is totally new for me.

“I believe it’s the first time in MLB history that a Latin player is acting on Broadway. It’s a fun responsibility that I have in my hands. I’m grabbing it with two hands, just like a ground ball, and then I won’t let it go.”

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Jose Iglesias’ tough departure from Mets

When Iglesias was called up to the Mets on May 31, 2024, the Mets found themselves at 10 games under .500.

Iglesias turned out to be one of the catalysts for an improbable rise. They closed the season with a 67-40 record and grabbing a playoff berth on the season’s final day.

The infielder turned out to be as clutch as any player in the league, delivering a .375/.419/.482 slash line with runners in scoring position and a .337 batting average in 85 games before the run to the NLCS.

“The way how things started that year and how we flipped it as a team, it was unique,” Iglesias said. “It’s what baseball’s about, that culture, that family energy and competing. We never gave up. Regardless of the results, we never gave up as a group and we really love each other as human beings.”

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The way that team galvanized to make a deep run made Iglesias’ realization that he would not be back all the tougher. Iglesias had been looking for apartments in New York City, but the call never came, and he eventually signed a minor league deal with the Padres in March 2025.

“I personally don’t have to agree with it, but I respect their decisions completely,” Iglesias said. “But just detaching me with this organization hurt me. That’s true. I really enjoy being around these guys. And that goes way beyond the ninth inning. That goes way beyond a baseball season. It’s a personal feeling and a special relationship that I have, not just with the players but with the staff, with the security, with everybody around the stadium. It was a family energy that I definitely miss.”

Jose Iglesias on finding his footing on Broadway Stage

The call did not come from another major league team, but a Broadway producer this year.

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The Cuban-born Iglesias felt like the perfect fit for a musical based on an impromptu group of Cuban musicians who came together for an album that was produced in seven days in 1996. The album would go on to win a Grammy, and the musical, which opened in March 2025, was nominated for 10 Tony Awards.

For Iglesias, the fusion of his musical talents and an opportunity to return to New York made the opening a “no brainer.”

“I’m not an actor. I’m putting a lot of time and effort in those rehearsals,” Iglesias said. “I have a big responsibility on my shoulders. I’m representing Cuban music on the biggest stage in the world, and I want to do it right. I take it with discipline. It’s definitely the baseball discipline, the routines and everything. I’m kind of translating it to a theater.”

Iglesias called it a privilege to step on the Broadway stage and he finds himself leaning on his acting teammates to eventually come through when he debuts. For now, that thrill is as good as a game-winning hit.

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And after the acting debut is over, Iglesias would not rule out a return to his roots.

“I’m in a lot better shape than a lot of people out there, I’m telling you,” Iglesias said with a laugh. “If it happens, I’m ready. If it don’t, I’m ready. It’s just however life comes.

“I always look at the positive out of it. For me, it’s make an impact. This time I get to do it through music, through acting. God knows what happens next year. Nobody knows what happens tomorrow, so why worry?”

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Jose Iglesias reflects on Mets’ ‘OMG’ era, return to NY for Broadway

Paris Saint-Germain kick off their domestic campaign on Sunday evening with a trip to Lens for the Trophée des Champions. A few days on from their UEFA Super Cup triumph, Luis Enrique’s men will look to clinch their fourth trophy of the calendar year by beating last season’s Coupe de France winners.

The football season on the other side of the Channel also has its curtain-raiser on Sunday, with Manchester City taking Arsenal in Cardiff for the Community Shield. Enzo Maresca is keen to kick off his reign as City manager with silverware, while Mikel Arteta has sought to reassure fans as his contract with the Gunners enters its final year.

A recent report provides an update about a popular pro wrestler headed to WWE. He is expected to join forces with a former champion.

Earlier this year, it was reported that former five-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Hiromu Takahashi had signed a multi-year deal with the Stamford-based promotion. WWE has been teasing his arrival via vignettes and social media. He is expected to join forces with fellow Japanese star Shinsuke Nakamura.

In the most recent edition of Fightful Select Answers, Sean Ross Sapp answered a question about Hiromu Takahashi. SRS reported that as hinted on Friday Night Smackdown, the former AEW star was headed to World Wrestling Entertainment and planned to team up with Shinsuke Nakamura. He further noted that he was surprised that the 36-year-old was not headed to NXT.

Shinsuke Nakamura is going after the MFTs, and Hiromu Takahashi would be a great partner given his extensive history with Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa in New Japan Pro Wrestling.

WWE Superstar Shinsuke Nakamura seemingly confirmed that Hiromu Takahashi is his mystery partner

In a vignette that aired on the most recent edition of Friday Night SmackDown, Shinsuke Nakamura appeared to have revealed his mystery partner’s identity.

The King of Strong Style sarcastically congratulated the MFTs on winning the WWE Tag Team Championship. He warned the heel faction, stating that he and his new partner would destroy them.

The former three-time WWE United States Champion massively put over his partner and referred to him as a ticking time bomb. It seemingly confirmed that Hiromu Takahashi would be the one joining him as he earned the nickname “Ticking Time Bomb” during his run in New Japan Pro Wrestling in 2016.

“MFTs, congratulations! You are now the champions. Are you savoring the feeling, knowing it will be gone soon? Was the victory as sweet, knowing what’s coming next? Me, my partner – your destruction. My partner is what you all pretend to be. Experienced, vicious, deadly. He is chaos. He’s a ticking time bomb. Take cover,” Nakamura said.

It will be interesting to see when Hiromu Takahashi and Shinsuke Nakamura show up on Friday Night SmackDown.