München – In a significant update for Bayern Munich, goalkeeper Jonas Urbig’s status for the crucial Champions League match against Atalanta has been confirmed. After suffering a concussion during the first leg of the knockout round in Bergamo, Urbig’s return had been uncertain. However, he has been cleared to participate in the return fixture.
Jonas Urbig Set to Start Against Atalanta
The news comes just hours before the match, scheduled for tonight at 21:00 CEST, and was first reported by Sky. Urbig successfully completed a training session earlier this week without any issues, indicating he is fit to play. His successful passing of mandatory concussion tests conducted by DFL and UEFA further solidified his spot in the lineup.
Training Update and Final Clearance
During a final warm-up session on Wednesday, Urbig showcased his readiness by impressively demonstrating his skills. He received a thumbs-up from both his teammates and the medical staff, signaling he is ready for his comeback.
- Jonas Urbig (22) – Cleared to play after recovering from a concussion.
- Match details: Bayern Munich vs. Atalanta
- Date: Tonight at 21:00 CEST
Other Team News
Unfortunately, Bayern will be without several key players for this match. Manuel Neuer is sidelined due to a calf injury, while Sven Ulreich is out with a torn muscle in the groin area. Other absentees include Leon Klanac, Jamal Musiala, and Alphonso Davies, each facing their respective injuries.
In addition to these injuries, Joshua Kimmich and Michael Olise will also miss the game due to yellow card suspensions. Kimmich and Olise trained this morning to maintain their fitness levels for future matches.
Young Talents Join the Squad
With these injuries and suspensions, Bayern is relying on youth. Alongside Urbig, young talents Filip Pavic (16), Vincent Manuba (20), and Deniz Ofli (18) have been included in the squad for the match against Atalanta.
This evening’s game is crucial for Bayern as they aim to secure their place in the Champions League quarter-finals. With Urbig back in goal and young talents stepping up, the team is preparing for a tough challenge.
