In a shocking turn of events at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Bayern Munich and the French national team received unwelcome news as Kingsley Coman was forced to leave the Bundesliga match against Cologne on Saturday.
Coman was substituted by Jamal Musiala in the 50th minute after experiencing a significant strain in his right adductor muscle. The injury, as confirmed by Bayern's Sporting Director Christoph Freund, is expected to keep Coman sidelined for several weeks, ruling him out of the highly anticipated second-leg UEFA Champions League quarterfinals against Arsenal scheduled for April 17.
Freund expressed hope that Coman's recovery would be swift, stating, \"We hope it won't be counted in months. We'll see what the test says but we'll expect him not to be available for several weeks.\" This absence is a substantial blow for both Bayern Munich and the French national team, who rely on Coman's versatility and skill on the field.
Despite the setback, Bayern Munich showcased resilience by securing both goals in the second half. Raphael Guerreiro opened the scoring in the 65th minute, followed by a late goal from Thomas Muller in the 93rd minute, ensuring a hard-fought victory over Cologne.
The injury not only affects Bayern's campaign in the Bundesliga but also poses challenges for the French national team as they prepare for upcoming international fixtures. Fans and teammates alike will be eagerly awaiting updates on Coman's recovery and return to action.
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Bayern Munich, France take a hit due to Kingsley Coman's injury
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