Bayern's title chase hit as Luis Diaz sustains hamstring tear

Bayern Munich have lost another attacking option as winger Luis Díaz suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday’s 2‑2 Champions League draw with Arsenal at the Allianz Arena, meaning the Colombian international will miss an unspecified period and adds to the German champions’ injury list ahead of a tight run of fixtures.

Injury confirmed and medical details

The Bundesliga champions announced on Thursday that medical examinations identified a minor muscle‑fibre tear in Díaz’s left hamstring. The club’s statement quoted the diagnosis and confirmed the injury had been verified by Bayern’s medical department.

“Luis Díaz picked up a minor muscle fibre tear in his left hamstring during FC Bayern’s Champions League game against Arsenal on Wednesday night,” the statement read.

At 29, Díaz will be unavailable for an unspecified period, leaving his status for upcoming domestic and European matches uncertain. Bayern added that he will be sidelined for the foreseeable future, with no timetable provided.

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Match drama and impact

The encounter saw Eberechi Eze give Arsenal an early lead before Alphonso Davies levelled after a precise pass from Harry Kane. Kane then converted a penalty following Jurrien Timber’s handball, putting Bayern back on course for victory.

Diaz entered the fray in the second half and forced David Raya into a save with a curling effort that almost restored Bayern’s lead. However, Declan Rice struck late after a duel with Viktor Gyokeres, securing a point for the visitors.

Despite the draw, Bayern extended their unbeaten home record in Champions League group‑stage and league‑phase matches to 40 games.

Diaz, who arrived from Liverpool and has become a key pace‑bearing option across the front line, now leaves the German champions with another selection dilemma as they chase domestic momentum and aim to improve European results. The club said the minor nature of the tear offers some optimism, but his return will depend on rehabilitation progress and subsequent fitness assessments.