Gnabry Tears Adductor, 2026 World Cup in Doubt

Bayern Munich forward Serge Gnabry faces an extended absence after suffering a torn adductor muscle in his right thigh, casting doubt on his participation in the 2026 World Cup for Germany.

The club announced the injury on Saturday following medical examinations, stating that the 30-year-old player would be sidelined for a lengthy period. Bayern provided no specific timeline for his return, but the diagnosis came after Gnabry participated in the team's final training session ahead of its Bundesliga match against VfB Stuttgart. He had started in Bayern's Champions League quarterfinal victories over Real Madrid earlier in the week, including being substituted in the 61st minute of the second leg on Wednesday, before the injury was confirmed.

Gnabry's absence comes at a critical juncture for Bayern, which remains in contention for a treble of trophies. The team can secure the Bundesliga title as early as Sunday with at least a draw against Stuttgart at home; a loss would leave four more rounds to clinch the championship. Bayern next faces Bayer Leverkusen in the German Cup semifinals on Wednesday, followed by a Champions League semifinal matchup against Paris Saint-Germain. The...