Bayern's Germany forward Sane sidelined with torn muscle


FE ONLINE DESK | Published: October 18, 2022 10:33:14 | Updated: October 30, 2022 17:39:47


Bundesliga - Bayern Munich v SC Freiburg - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - October 16, 2022 Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane celebrates scoring their third goal REUTERS/Lukas Barth

Bayern Munich's Leroy Sane tore his thigh muscle in Sunday's 5-0 home win over Freiburg, the Bundesliga club said on Monday, casting doubt over his inclusion in the Germany squad for the World Cup that kicks off next month, Reuters reports.

Bayern said Sane tore the rear thigh muscle in his left leg and did not give a timeline on his return but German media said he would be out for three weeks.

The 26-year-old has been in fine form for the German giants with 10 goals in all competitions this season, including five in his last five games. He contributed with a goal and an assist in the win over Freiburg.

Germany, who are in Group E alongside Spain, Costa Rica and Japan at the Nov. 20-Dec. 18 World Cup in Qatar, have yet to announce their final squad. They begin their group campaign on Nov. 23 against Japan.

Bayern visit Augsburg in the German Cup on Wednesday, Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga on Saturday and Barcelona in the Champions League next Wednesday.

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