Bayern Munich: terrible news for Luis Díaz

Bayern Munich will be without Luis Díaz for the time being. The Colombian international suffered an injury to his left thigh against Arsenal and joins the injury list after a productive start to the season.

Wednesday's European night on October 21, 2026 left a bitter taste for Bayern Munich. In addition to the 2-2 draw against Arsenal (2-2) at the Allianz Arena, the German club must now deal with the injury to Luis Díaz. Coming on in the 68th minute in place of Ismael Saibari, the Colombian winger played 22 minutes before leaving the pitch late in the match.

Muscle tear confirmed

According to Bayern's medical statement reported this Thursday, October 22, examinations carried out on the 29-year-old revealed a slight muscle tear in his left hamstring. The club has not provided a precise return date, referring to an absence whose duration remains to be determined.

This news comes at a bad time for Vincent Kompany's side. A few days after a comprehensive victory over RB Leipzig in the league, the Bavarians were held to a draw by the Gunners on matchday three of the Champions League. Despite a second-half penalty converted by Harry Kane, Declan Rice brought the London side level in the 82nd minute.

Luis Díaz's statistics this season

Before this injury, the former Liverpool winger had recorded 5 goals and one assist in 11 appearances in all competitions for Bayern Munich since the start of the 2026-2027 season, according to the figures released in connection with his injury. In the Bundesliga, he had notably registered 4 goals and one assist in six matches, for 451 minutes played as of October 17.

The Colombian was coming off an impressive performance against RB Leipzig, with a hat-trick and an assist in the Munich side's 6-1 victory. His injury therefore halts the progress of a player capable of bringing penetration, pace and growing efficiency in the final third.

While awaiting a further medical update, Vincent Kompany will have to consider his attacking options for the upcoming matches. Díaz's absence could redistribute playing time on the wings as Bayern look to maintain their league momentum and recover on the European stage.

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