2024-11-17 10:44:00
Mala Grohs, the FC Bayern goalkeeper, has made it public that she has cancer. Numerous colleagues encouraged the footballer for her fight.
Goalkeeper Maria Luisa “Mala” Grohs has made it public that she has cancer and will be absent from FC Bayern and the national soccer team indefinitely. The 23-year-old was diagnosed with a “malignant tumor,” it was said. “The whole thing is certainly a challenge that I didn’t expect that I would have to solve now,” said Grohs in an emotional video on the club’s homepage. “But with the help of everyone here, I will definitely get through this.”
Grohs has been playing at Bayern since 2019, where Salzburg ÖFB team player Sarah Zadrazil is one of her club colleagues. Together the two won three championship titles.
Thomas Müller reacted
“I’m sure that with the help I’m now getting from everyone, I’ll make it and get completely healthy again,” the player was quoted as saying. Club colleague Thomas Müller encouraged her: “Mala, you can handle it!” wrote the 2014 world champion on the portal X. Teammate Giulia Gwinn shared a photo together on Instagram and wrote: “We are with you”. A number of clubs such as Bavaria’s long-time league rivals VfL Wolfsburg also sent well wishes.
Bayern President Herbert Hainer said: “In moments like this, sport takes a back seat. Our club, together with the entire FC Bayern family, stands behind Mala Grohs.”
Club extends contract
At the same time, the German champions announced that they would extend the keeper’s contract, which expires at the end of the season, by one year until June 2026. “With our contract extension we want to do a small part so that she can concentrate on her recovery – and show her that she should know that FC Bayern is always her home,” said sports director Max Eberl in the direction of the Münster native has made a total of 81 professional appearances for Bayern since January 2021.
Munich’s women’s football director Bianca Rech said: “She will be very close to us and always be part of our team. Everything is geared towards her getting healthy first – and then returning to the pitch.”
Mala Grohs is not the first prominent German footballer to fight cancer. Her goalkeeper colleague Ann-Katrin Berger has already suffered from thyroid cancer twice, and the DFB team goalkeeper returned to the pitch after a few months each time.
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What has been the most challenging aspect of sharing your cancer diagnosis with the public?
**Interview with FC Bayern Goalkeeper Mala Grohs on Her Cancer Diagnosis**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mala. We know you’ve recently shared some very personal news about your health. Can you tell us how you’re feeling after making your diagnosis public?
**Mala Grohs:** Thank you for having me. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions, to be honest. I felt it was important to share my journey, not just for myself but also for others who might be facing similar challenges. Right now, I’m determined to focus on my treatment and recovery.
**Editor:** You mentioned in your emotional video that this was a challenge you didn’t expect to face. How has the support from your teammates and the community helped you during this difficult time?
**Mala Grohs:** The support has been overwhelming. My teammates, coaches, and even fans have reached out with so much encouragement. Knowing that I have such a strong support system gives me strength. It reminds me that I’m not alone in this fight.
**Editor:** Many people look up to athletes like you. What message do you hope to send to your followers and fans through your experience?
**Mala Grohs:** I want people to understand that it’s okay to face challenges and to seek help when you need it. Life can throw unexpected difficulties at you, but it’s how we respond that matters. I’m committed to showing that with determination and support, we can overcome tough obstacles.
**Editor:** As you take this time away from training and games, how do you plan to stay connected with the team?
**Mala Grohs:** I’ll definitely stay involved as much as I can. I’ll be cheering them on from the sidelines and hoping to share my journey with them. Football has always been my passion, and it’s a huge part of my life, so I’ll continue to support my teammates however possible.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Mala. We wish you all the best on your journey to recovery and look forward to seeing you back on the field stronger than ever.
**Mala Grohs:** Thank you! I appreciate all the love and support. I’ll keep fighting, and I hope to return to the pitch soon.
