Overview
- Gnabry, who confirmed Wednesday on Instagram, will miss the 2026 World Cup after tearing the adductor in his right thigh during penalty practice.
- Bayern had said Saturday he would be out for a longer period, and the club now chases a German Cup semifinal at Leverkusen and a Champions League semifinal first leg at Paris Saint‑Germain.
- Vice‑captain Joshua Kimmich called the loss "really, really big," while board member Max Eberl said Gnabry was composed yet deeply disappointed.
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann names his squad on May 12, with Jamal Musiala expected to carry more load and options like Florian Wirtz, Leroy Sané and prospect Lennart Karl under consideration.
- The 30‑year‑old contributed around eight goals with several assists this season for the newly crowned Bundesliga champions and says he will focus on recovery to return for preseason.