The 30-year-old winger, a key spark in Bayern's attacking arsenal this season, felt a minor twinge in his adductor during Friday's final training session, forcing him to the sidelines as a precaution.
With the squad already stretched by other absences, his withdrawal tested Bayern's depth, yet they held firm to extend their Bundesliga lead.
Bayern's board member for sport, Max Eberl, moved quickly to calm nerves in an interview with Bild. "It’s not too serious with Serge," Eberl said. "In the final training session on Friday, he felt a slight twinge in his adductor, a minor pain.
"Nothing is damaged, nothing dramatic. So he should be available again relatively quickly."
Gnabry echoed the optimism post-match, describing his condition as "good" when pressed on his fitness. For a side that thrives on fluid transitions and explosive counters, hallmarks of Vincent Kompany's early tenure at the helm, this news couldn't come at a better time.
All eyes now turn to Wednesday's Champions League clash with Club Brugge, where Bayern have a golden window to welcome back their versatile forward and maintain their continental charge.
If Gnabry slots in seamlessly, expect Bayern's front line to regain that lethal edge that has defined their dominance in recent years.
Liverpool head to Villa Park knowing their Champions League hopes could hinge on a decisive final away fixture against Aston Villa, with head coach Arne Slot insisting it will be a severe test regardless of form, schedule or fatigue.
The Bundesliga season is heading towards a dramatic conclusion as VfL Wolfsburg, FC St. Pauli and FC Heidenheim prepare for a nerve-shredding fight to avoid relegation this weekend.
Bryan Mbeumo has said he cannot wait to experience UEFA Champions League football with Manchester United after helping the club secure a return to Europe's biggest competition.
Paris Saint-Germain secured a fifth consecutive Ligue 1 title after a hard-fought 2-0 victory over RC Lens at Stade Bollaert-Delelis on Wednesday night.
