Why did Joshua Kimmich miss Bayern Munich vs Arsenal UEFA Champions League 2026-27 clash?
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Joshua Kimmich’s absence was a big blow for Die Roten.
Bayern Munich hosted Arsenal in a crucial league phase clash in the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 at the Allianz Arena on Wednesday night. The German giants have one of the strongest squads in all of Europe, but they are missing several big players.
Jamal Musiala will miss the upcoming game due to an injury issue, while defender Kim Min-jae and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer are also doubtful. Meanwhile, Michael Olise remains suspended after being sent off in the previous continental game.
Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany has been dealt a further team selection blow, with influential midfielder Joshua Kimmich also ruled out for the clash against the Gunners. The German international will not be part of the Bundesliga side’s squad for the match.
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Bayern Munich took to social media to announce that Kimmich will miss the upcoming match against Arsenal. The midfielder was granted compassionate leave following a death in his immediate family, the club announced.
“On behalf of the family, we ask that his privacy and grief be respected, and that further inquiries and reporting be refrained from,” the post read. “We send our deepest condolences to Joshua Kimmich and his loved ones.”
According to a report from German publication BILD, Kimmich’s father, Berthold, had died aged 57. However, this news has not been confirmed by either the player or the club.
Kimmich had already missed Bayern’s final training session on Tuesday due to the personal bereavement he suffered. He will now be absent for the upcoming UCL match. In his absence, Kompany will likely play Tom Bishof in the middle of the park along with Aleksandar Pavlovic.
Why did Joshua Kimmich miss Bayern Munich vs Arsenal?
Kimmich missed Bayern Munich’s UEFA Champions League 2026-27 match against Arsenal after being granted compassionate leave following a death in his immediate family.
What happened to Joshua Kimmich’s father?
German publication BILD reported that Kimmich’s father, Berthold, had died aged 57. However, neither Kimmich nor Bayern Munich had confirmed the report.
Who will replace Joshua Kimmich against Arsenal?
Vincent Kompany could play Tom Bischof alongside Aleksandar Pavlovic in midfield in Kimmich’s absence.
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