Bayern Munich star Serge Gnabry hurt practicing PKs

TL;DR

Serge Gnabry of Bayern Munich sustained a torn adductor while practicing penalty kicks, sidelining him for three to four months. Head coach Vincent Kompany expressed disappointment over the injury ahead of a crucial match.

Key points

Serge Gnabry injured during penalty kick practice
Sustained a torn adductor muscle
Expected recovery time is three to four months
Vincent Kompany expressed disappointment over the injury
Gnabry was having a strong season as an attacking midfielder

Serge GnabryBayern MunichBundesligaVfB Stuttgart

(EDITORS NOTE: Image has been digitally enhanced.) Serge Gnabry of FC Bayern Muenchen comes to the training session at on April 18, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) | FC Bayern via Getty Images Prior to Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga-clinching 4-2 victory over VfB Stuttgart, head coach Vincent Kompany provided an interesting — and bizarre — factoid about Serge Gnabry’s recent injury. Gnabry, who sustained a torn adductor that some reports say will keep him sidelined for three or four months, actually picked up the injury while practicing penalty kicks. Vincent Kompany on Gnabry’s injury: “I think he injured himself while taking penalties [in training]. That was very, very unfortunate and surprised us all. Serge has done a lot for us this season. Of course, it’s a pity for him and for us too. But we also have some other guys. I believe our squad is still strong,” Kompany told DAZN (as captured by @iMiaSanMia). This is really unfortunate for Gnabry, who was in the midst of a very good season for the Bavarians. Operating as an attacking midfielder, Gnabry really settled into the role and looked better operating centrally during this campaign than he did out wide as a winger in recent season. Now, he just needs to get healthy as soon as he can. *If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on , , , or any leading podcast distributor…*

Q&A

How long will Serge Gnabry be out due to his injury?

Serge Gnabry is expected to be sidelined for three to four months due to a torn adductor.

What caused Serge Gnabry's injury during training?

Serge Gnabry injured himself while practicing penalty kicks during a training session.

What impact will Gnabry's injury have on Bayern Munich's season?

Gnabry's injury is a significant loss for Bayern Munich, but head coach Vincent Kompany believes the squad remains strong despite his absence.