In what can only be described as a testament to his resilience, Leroy Sane went from battling food poisoning in a hospital bed to scoring within seconds of stepping onto the pitch for Bayern Munich. His dramatic turnaround played a key role in Bayern’s dominant 3-0 win over Werder Bremen on Friday night, and now, fresh details have emerged that make his feat even more astonishing.
The Shocking 48 Hours Before Kickoff
When Vincent Kompany called on Sane in the 81st minute, Bayern was leading 1-0 and looking to secure the win. Just one minute later, the German winger delivered, doubling the lead with a clinical finish. Minutes after that, Harry Kane sealed the deal with a stoppage-time penalty. From the outside, it seemed like a routine victory—but behind the scenes, Sane’s week had been anything but ordinary.
According to reports from TZ (via iMiaSanMia), Sane was struck down by severe food poisoning just two days before the match. The situation was so dire that the former Manchester City star had to be hospitalized overnight.
Gnabry Knocked Out, Sane Powers Through
Sane wasn’t the only Bayern attacker suffering. His teammate Serge Gnabry was also hit with a serious gastrointestinal problem, forcing him to miss the match entirely. Unlike Sane, Gnabry couldn’t recover in time to even make the bench, leaving Bayern with fewer attacking options.
Despite his weakened condition, Sane was deemed fit enough for the squad, and he proved his readiness in spectacular fashion. His goal, coming just seconds after stepping onto the pitch, wasn’t just a relief for Bayern—it was a statement.
What’s Next for Bayern?
With the Bundesliga win in the books, Bayern now shifts focus to their Champions League play-off against Celtic on Wednesday. Both Sane and Gnabry have returned to full training, providing a major boost for the Bavarian giants as they look to progress in Europe’s biggest competition.
Sane’s performance, after such an intense health setback, only cements his reputation as a player who thrives under pressure. Bayern fans will be hoping he carries that same energy into their crucial European clash.