Seriously injured against PSG, Jamal Musiala sparked a wave of indignation on the Bavarian side. Bayern has not chewed its words towards Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The quarterfinals of the World Cup of clubs between PSG and Bayern Munich was marked by a dramatic scene. In the second half, Jamal Musiala was seriously injured in the left ankle after a violent shock with Gianluigi Donnarumma. While trying to resume a ball in the area, the 22 -year -old German struck the Parisian goalkeeper, his leg dangerously folding under the weight of the Italian. Evacuated on stretcher, Musiala could be absent for several weeks.
The emotion was lively on the lawn. Donnarumma, very marked by the scene, took the lead in the jersey just after contact. But his attitude did not convince everyone. Manuel Neuer, captain of Bayern, pointed out the behavior of the Parisian porter: “This is a situation where you should not go for it. It’s risky. He is ready to accept his opponent’s injury ”Did he castigate in mixed zone in remarks reported by Sky Sports Germany. “Don’t you want to go see our player?” It is a question of respect. You always have to be fair play. I would have reacted differently. »»added the goalkeeper.
An emotion shared by Max Eberl, sports director of Bayern Munich, who did not chew his words after the meeting. “When I jump on her sprint leg, while I weigh 100 kg, there is a high risk that something happens. I do not think he did it intentionally, but he did not show consideration either ”He also blown in the mixed zone.
“My blood has boiled”
Vincent Kompany, visibly very affected, also did not hide his anger at a press conference. “The situation for Jamal was moving, it didn’t seem pretty”he said. “I have rarely been so upset at halftime. Not against my players, but for these young people, it’s their life. A guy like Jamal lives for this sport. My blood boiled. »»
For his part, Luis Enrique, PSG coach, wanted to start his press conference with a word for Musiala: “Let me wish him a good recovery.” It was a difficult match and he was unlucky. »» Achraf Hakimi and Désiré Doué also expressed their solidarity to the young German international. “We send him all our support, we hope he will come back quickly”said the Moroccan.
“We are really saddened in the locker room”added good.
