Germany’s Manuel Neuer made history by becoming the goalkeeper with the most appearances in FIFA World Cup matches. He played his 21st World Cup game during Germany’s Group E match against Ivory Coast, breaking the previous record of 20 appearances held by France’s Hugo Lloris.&nbsp;In the same game, Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute. At 29 years and 183 days old, he became the second-oldest player from Ivory Coast to score in a World Cup. The record is still held by Didier Drogba, who scored at 32 years and 101 days in the 2010 tournament.&nbsp;Before the match, Neuer announced that he will retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany’s World Cup-winning team in 2014 and is now playing in his fifth consecutive World Cup as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper.&nbsp;Neuer had previously retired from international football after Germany’s quarter-final exit at Euro 2024. However, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann brought him back into the 2026 World Cup squad after his strong performances for Bayern Munich during the second half of the season.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2026-brazil-s-raphinha-suffers-right-thigh-injury-confirms-cbf-1782015126412">FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF</a>

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"I stepped back in 2024 with a good reason after a good home Euro. For me, it was the right decision. It felt right," Neuer told a press conference, as quoted by Reuters. Neuer made his comeback in Germany's opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match against Curacao, marking his return in Germany's commanding 7-1 victory. "It would have been too much of a sporting burden for me (to have kept playing for the national team) for the last two years," he added. "For me, it is clear that this is my last tournament. I do not plan to be there in two years time for the next Euro. In the last few days, I have dealt with the fact that these are the last games for Germany. But I want to look forward to all the games and not to any goodbye shirts," the veteran goalkeeper said.&nbsp;&nbsp;With inputs from agencies

Before the match, Neuer announced that he would retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and is now featuring in his fifth consecutive World Cup.

Germany’s Manuel Neuer made history by becoming the goalkeeper with the most appearances in FIFA World Cup matches. He played his 21st World Cup game during Germany’s Group E match against Ivory Coast, breaking the previous record of 20 appearances held by France’s Hugo Lloris. In the same game, Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie scored the opening goal in the 30th minute. At 29 years and 183 days old, he became the second-oldest player from Ivory Coast to score in a World Cup. The record is still held by Didier Drogba, who scored at 32 years and 101 days in the 2010 tournament. Before the match, Neuer announced that he will retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany’s World Cup-winning team in 2014 and is now playing in his fifth consecutive World Cup as the country’s first-choice goalkeeper. Neuer had previously retired from international football after Germany’s quarter-final exit at Euro 2024. However, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann brought him back into the 2026 World Cup squad after his strong performances for Bayern Munich during the second half of the season. Also Read - FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil's Raphinha suffers right thigh injury, confirms CBF

Before the match, Neuer announced that he would retire after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old goalkeeper was part of Germany's World Cup-winning squad in 2014 and is now featuring in his fifth consecutive World Cup.

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Represnting the country is the dream of every single player who takes up football and playing in a FIFA World Cup is the biggest dream and motivation for all. There are many players who have etched theri name in the history by participating in multiple editions of the FIFA World Cup but the journey comes to an end for all one day. In the FIFA 2026, there are also many players who might be donning the national jersey for one last time before hanging up their boots the possible names include Lionel Messi as well as Cristiano Ronaldo - both playing in record sixth World Cup.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-2026-five-matches-with-widest-gap-in-ranking-between-teams-1781162181592">FIFA 2026 | Five matches with widest gap in ranking between teams</a><h2>Which players might be featuring in their last FIFA World Cup?</h2>The list has many names including seven players aged 40 or above, but the age is just a number. There are players, however, who might end up calling their time for the national team after the World Cup 2026. Below are the possible names:Cristiano RonaldoThe Portugal superstar is 41-year-old and has already played in five World Cups. The FIFA 2026 will be his record sixth and he might end up not playing in another edition four years later in 2030. Ronaldo has started in 20 matches in the five World Cup editions and scored 8 goals.Lionel MessiJust like Ronaldo, 38-year-old Messi has also played five World Cups with FIFA 2026 going to be his sixth. The Argentine has also won a World Cup unlike Ronaldo when he led his team past France in penalty shootouts in FIFA World Cup final 2022 in Qatar. Messi has started in 24 matches in five World Cups and scored 13 goals.Luka ModricCroatian midfielder Luka Modric, 40, has been part of four FIFA World Cup since 2006. He might also not play another World Cup in four years' time when he will be 44. In four editions, Modric has started in 17 matches and scored two goals.Neymar Jr.Brazil forward Neymar is only 34 years of age but given his history of injuries, he might not feature in the next FIFA World Cup. The FIFA 2026 will be his fourth appearance on the trot since first playing in FIFA 2014. He has started in 13 matches in football World Cups so far and scored eight goals.Manuel NeuerThe 40-year-old German goalie made a u-turn on his retirement to be a part of FIFA 2026 squad. He has played four FIFA World Cups since first partipating in 2010 edition and the current edition will be his fifth. He has started in 19 matches in all the editions combined and managed 62 saves so far.<h2>How to watch and stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in India</h2>All games will also be streamed live on the Zee5 app and website.Link: https://www.zee5.com/

Messi (38) and Ronaldo (41) might be playing for the last time in a FIFA World Cup - a record sixth for them. Along with them, Neymar from Brazil, Modric from Croatia and Manuel Neuer from Germany might hang up boots as well.

Represnting the country is the dream of every single player who takes up football and playing in a FIFA World Cup is the biggest dream and motivation for all. There are many players who have etched theri name in the history by participating in multiple editions of the FIFA World Cup but the journey comes to an end for all one day. In the FIFA 2026, there are also many players who might be donning the national jersey for one last time before hanging up their boots the possible names include Lionel Messi as well as Cristiano Ronaldo - both playing in record sixth World Cup. Also Read - FIFA 2026 | Five matches with widest gap in ranking between teams Which players might be featuring in their last FIFA World Cup? The list has many names including seven players aged 40 or above, but the age is just a number. There are players, however, who might end up calling their time for the national team after the World Cup 2026. Below are the possible names: Cristiano Ronaldo The Portugal superstar is 41-year-old and has already played in five World Cups. The FIFA 2026 will be his record sixth and he might end up not playing in another edition four years later in 2030. Ronaldo has started in 20 matches in the five World Cup editions and scored 8 goals. Lionel Messi Just like Ronaldo, 38-year-old Messi has also played five World Cups with FIFA 2026 going to be his sixth. The Argentine has also won a World Cup unlike Ronaldo when he led his team past France in penalty shootouts in FIFA World Cup final 2022 in Qatar. Messi has started in 24 matches in five World Cups and scored 13 goals. Luka Modric Croatian midfielder Luka Modric, 40, has been part of four FIFA World Cup since 2006. He might also not play another World Cup in four years' time when he will be 44. In four editions, Modric has started in 17 matches and scored two goals. Neymar Jr. Brazil forward Neymar is only 34 years of age but given his history of injuries, he might not feature in the next FIFA World Cup. The FIFA 2026 will be his fourth appearance on the trot since first playing in FIFA 2014. He has started in 13 matches in football World Cups so far and scored eight goals. Manuel Neuer The 40-year-old German goalie made a u-turn on his retirement to be a part of FIFA 2026 squad. He has played four FIFA World Cups since first partipating in 2010 edition and the current edition will be his fifth. He has started in 19 matches in all the editions combined and managed 62 saves so far. How to watch and stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in India All games will also be streamed live on the Zee5 app and website. Link: https://www.zee5.com/

Messi (38) and Ronaldo (41) might be playing for the last time in a FIFA World Cup - a record sixth for them. Along with them, Neymar from Brazil, Modric from Croatia and Manuel Neuer from Germany might hang up boots as well.

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Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer will return after a two-month absence alongside veteran Thomas Muller, who will play his last home game with the club on Saturday.
Speaking to the media on Friday, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany confirmed Neuer would return from injury for the home game against Borussia Moenchengladbach.
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Bayern, who clinched their 34th German title last weekend, will be presented with the Bundesliga shield after the match, with striker Harry Kane set to lift team silverware for the first time in his career.
"If everything goes well, Manuel Neuer will be back tomorrow," Kompany said.
Neuer, 39, injured his calf muscle while celebrating a goal in Bayern's Champions League last 16 win over Bayer Leverkusen in March and has missed 11 games.
Asked if Mueller, who will leave in the summer after 25 years at the club, would start in his final home game, Kompany joked, "I'm not stupid... I don't want to spoil the party."
Bayern hold an eight-point lead over second-placed Bayer Leverkusen with two games remaining.
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Speaking to the media on Friday, Bayern coach Kompany confirmed Neuer would return from injury for the home game against Borussia Moenchengladbach. Sports Football

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer will return after a two-month absence alongside veteran Thomas Muller, who will play his last home game with the club on Saturday. Speaking to the media on Friday, Bayern coach Vincent Kompany confirmed Neuer would return from injury for the home game against Borussia Moenchengladbach. Also read | Excessive transfer fees make it tough to sign Arnold’s like-for-like replacement, says Liverpool boss Slot Bayern, who clinched their 34th German title last weekend, will be presented with the Bundesliga shield after the match, with striker Harry Kane set to lift team silverware for the first time in his career. "If everything goes well, Manuel Neuer will be back tomorrow," Kompany said. Neuer, 39, injured his calf muscle while celebrating a goal in Bayern's Champions League last 16 win over Bayer Leverkusen in March and has missed 11 games. Asked if Mueller, who will leave in the summer after 25 years at the club, would start in his final home game, Kompany joked, "I'm not stupid... I don't want to spoil the party." Bayern hold an eight-point lead over second-placed Bayer Leverkusen with two games remaining. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

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Bayern Munich goalie and captain Manuel Neuer has suffered a setback in his return from a calf injury, the German club said in a statement on Saturday. <o:p></o:p>
Neuer has been out since tearing his calf muscle while celebrating a goal in Bayern's Champions League last 16 first leg win over Bayer Leverkusen in early March.
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The 38-year-old had returned to training with the ball in recent days but reinjured the calf muscle in training this weekend. <o:p></o:p>
Bayern said Neuer had "a reaction in the calf muscle" and would need to sit out training "in the coming days".
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The setback puts Neuer in doubt for Bayern's Bundesliga home clash with St Pauli on March 29. Bayern play Inter Milan in the Champions League quarter-finals over two legs in April.<o:p></o:p>
Neuer's back-up, 21-year-old Jonas Urbig, did not play with Germany's U21s during the international break after injuring his foot. <o:p></o:p>
The Bavarian giants also have Israel national goalkeeper Daniel Peretz and Sven Ulreich as options in the squad. <o:p></o:p>
Bayern are six points clear of second-placed Leverkusen with eight league games remaining this season.
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Sports, Football: The 38-year-old Bayern goalkeeper had returned to training with the ball in recent days but reinjured the calf muscle in training this weekend.

Bayern Munich goalie and captain Manuel Neuer has suffered a setback in his return from a calf injury, the German club said in a statement on Saturday. Neuer has been out since tearing his calf muscle while celebrating a goal in Bayern's Champions League last 16 first leg win over Bayer Leverkusen in early March. Also read | ‘People take it for granted,’ Harry Kane on England fans ‘bored’ with his goal-scoring spree The 38-year-old had returned to training with the ball in recent days but reinjured the calf muscle in training this weekend. Bayern said Neuer had "a reaction in the calf muscle" and would need to sit out training "in the coming days". Training break for Manuel Neuer. More Info: https://t.co/kzfxa3LRG3#FCBayern pic.twitter.com/VcZZQaMWQ3 — FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) March 22, 2025 The setback puts Neuer in doubt for Bayern's Bundesliga home clash with St Pauli on March 29. Bayern play Inter Milan in the Champions League quarter-finals over two legs in April. Neuer's back-up, 21-year-old Jonas Urbig, did not play with Germany's U21s during the international break after injuring his foot. The Bavarian giants also have Israel national goalkeeper Daniel Peretz and Sven Ulreich as options in the squad. Bayern are six points clear of second-placed Leverkusen with eight league games remaining this season. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Manuel Neuer’s comeback delayed after lapse in recovery: Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer and forward Serge Gnabry will miss Saturday's clash with Heidenheim, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday.

"Serge won't be there, Manu won't be there," Kompany told reporters, explaining "Manu has rib pain".

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The 38-year-old goalkeeper failed to take part in training on Friday, and Kompany did not indicate when he would return.

Neuer and Gnabry join Bayern's long injury list, which includes England captain Harry Kane, Joao Palhinha, Josip Stanisic and Hiroki Ito.

Neuer picked up the first red card of his 866-game career in Tuesday's German Cup loss to Bayer Leverkusen after a first-half collision with Jeremie Frimpong.

Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz replaced Neuer in the 17th minute, making his Bayern debut.

With usual back-up goalie Sven Ulreich still missing due to personal leave, Kompany confirmed Peretz would take the field on Saturday.

Kane injured his hamstring in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Borussia Dortmund and missed the loss to Leverkusen, but returned to individual training on Thursday.

"It looks good," Kompany said of Kane's recovery. "The way it's going now, it looks like he could play one or two games in the calendar year, if everything goes well."

Before going down with injury, Kane scored 20 goals in 19 games in all competitions for Bayern this season.

Despite Tuesday's German Cup elimination, Bayern are unbeaten in the league and are currently four points clear of second-placed Eintracht Frankfurt at the top of the Bundesliga table.

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Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer and forward Serge Gnabry will miss Saturday's clash with Heidenheim, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday. "Serge won't be there, Manu won't be there," Kompany told reporters, explaining "Manu has rib pain".

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer and forward Serge Gnabry will miss Saturday's clash with Heidenheim, coach Vincent Kompany said Friday. "Serge won't be there, Manu won't be there," Kompany told reporters, explaining "Manu has rib pain". ALSO READ: FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Neymar's Al Hilal to face Real Madrid; Messi's Inter Miami take on Egypt's Al Ahly The 38-year-old goalkeeper failed to take part in training on Friday, and Kompany did not indicate when he would return. Neuer and Gnabry join Bayern's long injury list, which includes England captain Harry Kane, Joao Palhinha, Josip Stanisic and Hiroki Ito. Neuer picked up the first red card of his 866-game career in Tuesday's German Cup loss to Bayer Leverkusen after a first-half collision with Jeremie Frimpong. Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz replaced Neuer in the 17th minute, making his Bayern debut. With usual back-up goalie Sven Ulreich still missing due to personal leave, Kompany confirmed Peretz would take the field on Saturday. Kane injured his hamstring in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Borussia Dortmund and missed the loss to Leverkusen, but returned to individual training on Thursday. "It looks good," Kompany said of Kane's recovery. "The way it's going now, it looks like he could play one or two games in the calendar year, if everything goes well." Before going down with injury, Kane scored 20 goals in 19 games in all competitions for Bayern this season. Despite Tuesday's German Cup elimination, Bayern are unbeaten in the league and are currently four points clear of second-placed Eintracht Frankfurt at the top of the Bundesliga table. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Neuer, Gnabry join Bayern Munich’s extended injury list as Kompany dicey over final XI against Heidenheim

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer was on Thursday hit with a two-game ban in the German Cup after receiving the first red card in his 866-game career.

Neuer was sent off in the 17th minute of the match his team lost to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16 as the 38-year-old goalkeeper rushed out of his goal and collided with an advancing Jeremie Frimpong.

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With Bayern reduced to 10 men, Leverkusen won 1-0 thanks to a second-half goal from Nathan Tella.

A German FA (DFB) disciplinary committee said Thursday a "two-match ban" was the usual penalty for "preventing an obvious goal-scoring opportunity for a foul without a goal being scored".

The 2014 World Cup-winning goalkeeper apologised to his teammates for the red card on social media after the defeat.

With Bayern out of the competition, Neuer would not serve the ban until next season's German Cup or Super Cup.

Neuer's contract at Bayern expires at the end of the current season, meaning he would avoid the ban should he retire or leave German football.

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Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer was on Thursday hit with a two-game ban in the German Cup after receiving the first red card in his 866-game career. Neuer was sent off in the 17th minute of the match his team lost to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16 as the 38-year-old goalkeeper rushed out of his goal and collided with an advancing Jeremie Frimpong.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer was on Thursday hit with a two-game ban in the German Cup after receiving the first red card in his 866-game career. Neuer was sent off in the 17th minute of the match his team lost to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16 as the 38-year-old goalkeeper rushed out of his goal and collided with an advancing Jeremie Frimpong. ALSO READ: Dressage: Olympic hero Charlotte Dujardin banned and fined over horse-whipping row With Bayern reduced to 10 men, Leverkusen won 1-0 thanks to a second-half goal from Nathan Tella. A German FA (DFB) disciplinary committee said Thursday a "two-match ban" was the usual penalty for "preventing an obvious goal-scoring opportunity for a foul without a goal being scored". The 2014 World Cup-winning goalkeeper apologised to his teammates for the red card on social media after the defeat. With Bayern out of the competition, Neuer would not serve the ban until next season's German Cup or Super Cup. Neuer's contract at Bayern expires at the end of the current season, meaning he would avoid the ban should he retire or leave German football. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Manuel Neuer receives first red card after 866 games, banned for two German Cup games

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, a 2014 World Cup winner, announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday at the age of 38.

Bayern Munich veteran Neuer played 124 matches for Germany, captaining his country 61 times. His final appearance came in the quarter-final loss to eventual champions Spain at Euro 2024.

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Neuer wrote on social media that although he was tempted to play until the 2026 World Cup, he was "convinced that now is the right time to take this step".

He shone at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and was named as the tournament's best goalkeeper as Germany won the trophy for the fourth time.&nbsp;

Known as the archetypal 'sweeper-keeper' of the modern era, Neuer revolutionised the position, often venturing far from his penalty box to snuff out attacks while possessing skills with his feet usually reserved for outfield players.

Neuer revealed he had made the announcement after discussions with his family, as well as a comprehensive conversation with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;

He said he planned to "concentrate fully" on playing for Bayern, with whom he has won two Champions Leagues and 11 Bundesliga titles.&nbsp;

This season's Champions League final will take place at Munich's Allianz Arena.

Neuer broke his leg in a skiing accident in December 2022 and only returned to the Germany squad just ahead of Euro 2024 on home soil, reclaiming his role as first choice.

He was criticised before Euro 2024 after a series of mistakes at club and international level, but impressed at the tournament.&nbsp;

"It was a great time which shaped me and of which I am very proud," he said.&nbsp;

"Winning the World Cup title in 2014 and the special atmosphere during the European Championship at home this year are highlights for which I am extremely grateful.&nbsp;

"It was an honour for me to be captain of our national team until 2023. I loved wearing the Germany jersey."

From 2010 until 2016, Neuer and Germany made it to the final four of every major tournament.&nbsp;

After disappointing group-stage exits at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and a last-16 elimination by England at Euro 2020, Germany won their first knockout match in eight years at Euro 2024.

Neuer follows fellow 2014 World Cup winners Thomas Mueller and Toni Kroos, who both played at Euro 2024, into international retirement.&nbsp;

On Monday, current Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan, who missed the 2014 World Cup campaign through injury, also announced he had played his last game at international level.

A product of the Schalke academy in his home town of Gelsenkirchen, Neuer made his international debut in 2009 and has more caps than any other Germany goalkeeper.&nbsp;

Germany won 81 of the 124 matches Neuer played, and he kept 51 clean sheets.&nbsp;

The retirement clears the way for long-time back-up Marc-Andre ter Stegen of Barcelona, who is expected to take over from the Bayern captain as Germany's number one.

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Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, a 2014 World Cup winner, announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday at the age of 38. Bayern Munich veteran Neuer played 124 matches for Germany, captaining his country 61 times.

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, a 2014 World Cup winner, announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday at the age of 38. Bayern Munich veteran Neuer played 124 matches for Germany, captaining his country 61 times. His final appearance came in the quarter-final loss to eventual champions Spain at Euro 2024. Also Read: Team is going there to play, not rest: Gavaskar SLAMS BCCI's preparation for India's tour of Australia Neuer wrote on social media that although he was tempted to play until the 2026 World Cup, he was "convinced that now is the right time to take this step". He shone at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil and was named as the tournament's best goalkeeper as Germany won the trophy for the fourth time. Known as the archetypal 'sweeper-keeper' of the modern era, Neuer revolutionised the position, often venturing far from his penalty box to snuff out attacks while possessing skills with his feet usually reserved for outfield players. Neuer revealed he had made the announcement after discussions with his family, as well as a comprehensive conversation with Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann on Wednesday morning. He said he planned to "concentrate fully" on playing for Bayern, with whom he has won two Champions Leagues and 11 Bundesliga titles. This season's Champions League final will take place at Munich's Allianz Arena. Neuer broke his leg in a skiing accident in December 2022 and only returned to the Germany squad just ahead of Euro 2024 on home soil, reclaiming his role as first choice. He was criticised before Euro 2024 after a series of mistakes at club and international level, but impressed at the tournament. "It was a great time which shaped me and of which I am very proud," he said. "Winning the World Cup title in 2014 and the special atmosphere during the European Championship at home this year are highlights for which I am extremely grateful. "It was an honour for me to be captain of our national team until 2023. I loved wearing the Germany jersey." From 2010 until 2016, Neuer and Germany made it to the final four of every major tournament. After disappointing group-stage exits at the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and a last-16 elimination by England at Euro 2020, Germany won their first knockout match in eight years at Euro 2024. Neuer follows fellow 2014 World Cup winners Thomas Mueller and Toni Kroos, who both played at Euro 2024, into international retirement. On Monday, current Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan, who missed the 2014 World Cup campaign through injury, also announced he had played his last game at international level. A product of the Schalke academy in his home town of Gelsenkirchen, Neuer made his international debut in 2009 and has more caps than any other Germany goalkeeper. Germany won 81 of the 124 matches Neuer played, and he kept 51 clean sheets. The retirement clears the way for long-time back-up Marc-Andre ter Stegen of Barcelona, who is expected to take over from the Bayern captain as Germany's number one. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer retires from international football

Bayern Munich have been handed a timely boost with the return of forwards Harry Kane and Kingsley Coman for their Bundesliga clash against rivals Borussia Dortmund, but goalkeeper Manuel Neuer remains sidelined with injury, manager Thomas Tuchel said.

England captain Kane missed his country's friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium after sustaining an ankle injury during Bayern's 5-2 win at Darmstadt, while Frenchman Coman has been out for two months with a ligament tear in his left knee.

Bayern captain Neuer, meanwhile, picked up a muscle strain in his left adductor while training with the German national team last week and has been ruled out of the game.

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Reigning champions Bayern, 10 points adrift of Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen, host fourth-placed Dortmund on Saturday before visiting Heidenheim on April 6. They travel to Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-final first leg on April 9.

"Harry trained fully with the team yesterday, has stepped things up each day. It's all fine, he'll play," Tuchel told reporters on Friday. "King (Coman) is a huge factor for us and will be back in the matchday squad. Serge Gnabry is also back. Both are hugely important for us. Our options up front are getting bigger and the competition for places should hopefully improve quality.

"Neuer is out. Aleks Pavlovic is unfortunately not available. Raphael Guerreiro also isn't back yet. And Sacha Boey got injured during the week. Those four are out."

Tuchel was hopeful Neuer would return against Heidenheim.

"It's nothing to do with risk. The pain is simply too great. We hope a week is enough and he'll be in goal against Heidenheim," the German said.

Tuchel, who managed Dortmund from 2015-2017, said he expects a tough contest between Bayern and his former side.

"It's an emotional game, an important game in the Bundesliga with a big rivalry and history," he said. "I'm expecting an opponent that wants to win. Dortmund are very good in attack, very flexible up front. They want to have the ball. It'll be an open game.

"There's a good mood and atmosphere. We were very good in attack in recent games. We want to win."

Dortmund have suffered a blow with Dutch forward Donyell Malen out of the clash after picking up a thigh injury during international duty, the club said. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel will also miss the trip to Munich due to illness.

Sebastien Haller is fit after recovering from an ankle injury, Dortmund added.

Bayern Munich have been handed a timely boost with the return of forwards Harry Kane and Kingsley Coman for their Bundesliga clash against rivals Borussia Dortmund, but goalkeeper Manuel Neuer remains sidelined with injury, manager Thomas Tuchel said.

Bayern Munich have been handed a timely boost with the return of forwards Harry Kane and Kingsley Coman for their Bundesliga clash against rivals Borussia Dortmund, but goalkeeper Manuel Neuer remains sidelined with injury, manager Thomas Tuchel said. England captain Kane missed his country's friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium after sustaining an ankle injury during Bayern's 5-2 win at Darmstadt, while Frenchman Coman has been out for two months with a ligament tear in his left knee. Bayern captain Neuer, meanwhile, picked up a muscle strain in his left adductor while training with the German national team last week and has been ruled out of the game. ALSO READ: Premier League: ‘We want to embrace it and enjoy the moment’ – Arsenal’s Arteta on facing Manchester City Reigning champions Bayern, 10 points adrift of Bundesliga leaders Bayer Leverkusen, host fourth-placed Dortmund on Saturday before visiting Heidenheim on April 6. They travel to Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-final first leg on April 9. "Harry trained fully with the team yesterday, has stepped things up each day. It's all fine, he'll play," Tuchel told reporters on Friday. "King (Coman) is a huge factor for us and will be back in the matchday squad. Serge Gnabry is also back. Both are hugely important for us. Our options up front are getting bigger and the competition for places should hopefully improve quality. "Neuer is out. Aleks Pavlovic is unfortunately not available. Raphael Guerreiro also isn't back yet. And Sacha Boey got injured during the week. Those four are out." Tuchel was hopeful Neuer would return against Heidenheim. "It's nothing to do with risk. The pain is simply too great. We hope a week is enough and he'll be in goal against Heidenheim," the German said. Tuchel, who managed Dortmund from 2015-2017, said he expects a tough contest between Bayern and his former side. "It's an emotional game, an important game in the Bundesliga with a big rivalry and history," he said. "I'm expecting an opponent that wants to win. Dortmund are very good in attack, very flexible up front. They want to have the ball. It'll be an open game. "There's a good mood and atmosphere. We were very good in attack in recent games. We want to win." Dortmund have suffered a blow with Dutch forward Donyell Malen out of the clash after picking up a thigh injury during international duty, the club said. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel will also miss the trip to Munich due to illness. Sebastien Haller is fit after recovering from an ankle injury, Dortmund added.

Bundesliga: Harry Kane, Coman declared fit for Dortmund clash but Neuer misses out

German football giants Bayern Munich have made a bold comparison of two of the best sports personalities in a sensational tweet on their X handle on Tuesday (Feb 27). Bayern, while replying to a trending tweet on X, compared Indian great Virat Kohli to Germany football team captain Manuel Neuer in a cross-sport. While the comparison is trending on the internet, fans were in awe of Bayern seeing the two greats in the same frame.

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On Tuesday, the German giants posted on their X handle with names of both Virat and Neuer along with a goat emoji indicating their status as greats of the game. Interestingly, both Neuer and Virat have common comparisons including being members of World Cup-winning squads and playing in finals of almost all international tournaments. Their stature at club and franchise level also remains intact with Neuer now in his 13th season with the club while Virat will enter his 17th season with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

Interestingly at the franchise level, Neuer has enjoyed more success winning the Champions League twice while also winning the German Bundesliga on 11 occasions. Virat’s luck hasn’t been great and has been runner-up in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on three occasions and twice in the now-abolished Champions League.

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While Bayern’s tweet made plenty of headlines, in the recent weeks they have been in headlines for all the wrong reasons. They recently announced the departure of manager Thomas Tuchel after having a poor season compared to the recent years where they have won the Bundesliga. They are eight points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen in the German league while getting eliminated in the DFB Pokal early.

Virat on the other hand has been away from cricket after playing in the two-match Test series against South Africa in January. He recently became a father for the second time and skipped the entire Test series against England. Despite his absence, India won the Test series 3-1 having pocketed the wins in Vizag, Rajkot and Ranchi. He is expected to be back in action during the IPL 2024 when he represents RCB. In his 16 seasons with the South Indian giants, he is yet to win the IPL and will look to find the missing piece in the puzzle.

German football giants Bayern Munich have made a bold comparison of two of the best sports personalities in a sensational tweet on their X handle on Tuesday (Feb 27).

German football giants Bayern Munich have made a bold comparison of two of the best sports personalities in a sensational tweet on their X handle on Tuesday (Feb 27). Bayern, while replying to a trending tweet on X, compared Indian great Virat Kohli to Germany football team captain Manuel Neuer in a cross-sport. While the comparison is trending on the internet, fans were in awe of Bayern seeing the two greats in the same frame. ⚽ Manuel Neuer 🐐 🏏 Virat Kohli 🐐 https://t.co/5VTygpZioC — FC Bayern Munich (@FCBayernEN) February 27, 2024 × Bayern compare Virat, Neuer On Tuesday, the German giants posted on their X handle with names of both Virat and Neuer along with a goat emoji indicating their status as greats of the game. Interestingly, both Neuer and Virat have common comparisons including being members of World Cup-winning squads and playing in finals of almost all international tournaments. Their stature at club and franchise level also remains intact with Neuer now in his 13th season with the club while Virat will enter his 17th season with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Interestingly at the franchise level, Neuer has enjoyed more success winning the Champions League twice while also winning the German Bundesliga on 11 occasions. Virat’s luck hasn’t been great and has been runner-up in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on three occasions and twice in the now-abolished Champions League. ALSO READ | 'Let's not...': Sunil Gavaskar opines on Rishabh Pant's awaited comeback during IPL 2024 While Bayern’s tweet made plenty of headlines, in the recent weeks they have been in headlines for all the wrong reasons. They recently announced the departure of manager Thomas Tuchel after having a poor season compared to the recent years where they have won the Bundesliga. They are eight points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen in the German league while getting eliminated in the DFB Pokal early. Virat on the other hand has been away from cricket after playing in the two-match Test series against South Africa in January. He recently became a father for the second time and skipped the entire Test series against England. Despite his absence, India won the Test series 3-1 having pocketed the wins in Vizag, Rajkot and Ranchi. He is expected to be back in action during the IPL 2024 when he represents RCB. In his 16 seasons with the South Indian giants, he is yet to win the IPL and will look to find the missing piece in the puzzle.

German football giants Bayern Munich pick Virat Kohli as cross-sport equivalent of legendary Manuel Neuer

Bayern Munich captain and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will make his comeback in Saturday's home Bundesliga match with Darmstadt, having missed almost a year with a broken leg, coach Thomas Tuchel said on Friday.

The 37-year-old, a World Cup winner with Germany in 2014, has not played since suffering the injury in a skiing accident last December, days after returning from featuring for his country at the World Cup in Qatar.

"As long as nothing happens in training, he will play tomorrow," Tuchel told reporters at a press conference.

"He is delighted, we are delighted, and others will probably be delighted too," Tuchel said with a smile.

Neuer has not played for Bayern since a victory away to his old club Schalke on November 12 last year, just before the World Cup.

The goalkeeper travelled to Qatar as Germany's captain, but the four-time winners were eliminated in the group stage.

Neuer then broke his leg on a skiing trip after returning to Germany and the injury required surgery in December.

Bayern then recruited Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer from Borussia Moenchengladbach to replace Neuer, but he left for Inter Milan in the close season.

Tuchel said earlier this month that Bayern would not rush their captain's rehabilitation.

But defender Matthijs de Ligt said on Monday the team was eagerly awaiting Neuer's return.

He told reporters Bayern were "very happy that Manu will be back soon" while describing him as "a world-class goalkeeper, one of the best in the history of football".

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Neuer, who has made almost 500 appearances for Bayern since signing from Schalke in 2011, has been replaced as Germany skipper during his absence by Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan.

However, he has signalled his intention to return to the national set-up and his major goal is to stand between the posts at Euro 2024, which Germany will host.&nbsp;

Bayern go into this weekend fresh from a 3-1 win over Galatasaray in Istanbul in the Champions League but lie in third place in the Bundesliga after eight games, two points behind leaders Bayer Leverkusen.

Newly-promoted Darmstadt had recorded back-to-back victories before going down 3-1 at home to RB Leipzig in their last outing.

Bayern Munich captain and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will make his comeback in Saturday's home Bundesliga match with Darmstadt, having missed almost a year with a broken leg, coach Thomas Tuchel said on Friday.

Bayern Munich captain and goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will make his comeback in Saturday's home Bundesliga match with Darmstadt, having missed almost a year with a broken leg, coach Thomas Tuchel said on Friday. The 37-year-old, a World Cup winner with Germany in 2014, has not played since suffering the injury in a skiing accident last December, days after returning from featuring for his country at the World Cup in Qatar. "As long as nothing happens in training, he will play tomorrow," Tuchel told reporters at a press conference. "He is delighted, we are delighted, and others will probably be delighted too," Tuchel said with a smile. Neuer has not played for Bayern since a victory away to his old club Schalke on November 12 last year, just before the World Cup. The goalkeeper travelled to Qatar as Germany's captain, but the four-time winners were eliminated in the group stage. Neuer then broke his leg on a skiing trip after returning to Germany and the injury required surgery in December. Bayern then recruited Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer from Borussia Moenchengladbach to replace Neuer, but he left for Inter Milan in the close season. Tuchel said earlier this month that Bayern would not rush their captain's rehabilitation. But defender Matthijs de Ligt said on Monday the team was eagerly awaiting Neuer's return. He told reporters Bayern were "very happy that Manu will be back soon" while describing him as "a world-class goalkeeper, one of the best in the history of football". ALSO READ | ODI World Cup 2023: WATCH | 'Sad to see,' says Australia skipper Pat Cummins with smile on England's campaign Neuer, who has made almost 500 appearances for Bayern since signing from Schalke in 2011, has been replaced as Germany skipper during his absence by Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan. However, he has signalled his intention to return to the national set-up and his major goal is to stand between the posts at Euro 2024, which Germany will host. Bayern go into this weekend fresh from a 3-1 win over Galatasaray in Istanbul in the Champions League but lie in third place in the Bundesliga after eight games, two points behind leaders Bayer Leverkusen. Newly-promoted Darmstadt had recorded back-to-back victories before going down 3-1 at home to RB Leipzig in their last outing.

Bundesliga: Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer to make comeback after year out

Bayern Munich want to sign a goalkeeper following the injury to Germany captain Manuel Neuer but the options on the transfer market in the winter period are limited, coach Julian Nagelsmann said on Thursday. Speaking in Doha, Qatar, at the end of a one-week training camp ahead of the Bundesliga season restart next week, Nagelsmann said that, while 34-year-old Sven Ulreich was ready to step in to replace Neuer, the club still needed another keeper.

"Our job is to look at the market, although it's difficult in the winter (transfer window) to find goalkeepers as there are not that many options on the market that make sense for us," Nagelsmann told a news conference.

"It is a complex market, the one for goalkeepers. We are trying to do something. Ulreich has done it well in training here but we are obliged to bring in another keeper, irrespective of who is number one and two."

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Neuer was ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on a broken bone following a skiing accident. The keeper, who was part of the Germany team that crashed out of the World Cup in the first round, suffered a lower leg fracture.

Nagelsmann said the choices behind Ulreich were limited to younger keepers, including 19-year-old Johannes Schenk, with no experience of top league matches. Bayern, top of the Bundesliga, resume their hunt for a record-extending 11th straight league crown against RB Leipzig on Jan. 20. Their only warm-up match is against Austria's Salzburg on Friday.

"We want to put ourselves on track for the big match against top league rival Leipzig next week," he said. "We plan it as a full match for those most likely to be in the starting 11."

Bayern, who are four points clear at the top of the Bundesliga and six ahead of third-placed Leipzig, face Paris St Germain in the Champions League round of 16 next month.

Bayern Munich want to sign a goalkeeper following the injury to Germany captain Manuel Neuer but the options on the transfer market in the winter period are limited, coach Julian Nagelsmann said on Thursday.

Bayern Munich want to sign a goalkeeper following the injury to Germany captain Manuel Neuer but the options on the transfer market in the winter period are limited, coach Julian Nagelsmann said on Thursday. Speaking in Doha, Qatar, at the end of a one-week training camp ahead of the Bundesliga season restart next week, Nagelsmann said that, while 34-year-old Sven Ulreich was ready to step in to replace Neuer, the club still needed another keeper. "Our job is to look at the market, although it's difficult in the winter (transfer window) to find goalkeepers as there are not that many options on the market that make sense for us," Nagelsmann told a news conference. "It is a complex market, the one for goalkeepers. We are trying to do something. Ulreich has done it well in training here but we are obliged to bring in another keeper, irrespective of who is number one and two." ALSO READ: Al Hilal, rival club of Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr, aims to sign Lionel Messi for $300 million - Reports Neuer was ruled out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on a broken bone following a skiing accident. The keeper, who was part of the Germany team that crashed out of the World Cup in the first round, suffered a lower leg fracture. Nagelsmann said the choices behind Ulreich were limited to younger keepers, including 19-year-old Johannes Schenk, with no experience of top league matches. Bayern, top of the Bundesliga, resume their hunt for a record-extending 11th straight league crown against RB Leipzig on Jan. 20. Their only warm-up match is against Austria's Salzburg on Friday. "We want to put ourselves on track for the big match against top league rival Leipzig next week," he said. "We plan it as a full match for those most likely to be in the starting 11." Bayern, who are four points clear at the top of the Bundesliga and six ahead of third-placed Leipzig, face Paris St Germain in the Champions League round of 16 next month.

Difficult to find injured Manuel Neuer's replacement, rues Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann

Former German goalkeeper and current CEO of Bayern Munich Oliver Kahn said Manuel Neuer suffered a season-ending injury because he 'never listens to anyone'. “Manuel decided to take a little break from the tournament.

Former German goalkeeper and current CEO of Bayern Munich Oliver Kahn said Manuel Neuer suffered a season-ending injury because he 'never listens to anyone'. “Manuel decided to take a little break from the tournament. He needed rest after such stress. Neuer is a big fan of alpine skiing and went to the slopes," Kahn was quoted as saying by RG. "I know that he was warned several times that there was very little snow, stones were sticking out everywhere and it was dangerous to ride, but Neuer never listens to anyone." Kahn, a winner of eight Bundesliga titles added that Bayern Munich had a problem to solve and that is to find Neuer's replacement for the season. "We've lost our goalkeeper before the end of the season. It's terrible because he is one of the best in the world. A very serious loss for the team. But we believe that the recovery will go well and his return too, but for now, we have to solve the problem of a replacement. But this is temporary. Manuel will be back.” Read more: Germany captain Manuel Neuer breaks leg while skiing, ruled out for remainder of Bundesliga season Notably, after Germany suffered another shock exit from the World Cup, Neuer headed to the Alps to ski and clear his mind. Neuer took to Instagram last week to share the news of the accident and the subsequent successful surgery. "Hey guys, what can I say, the end of the year could have definitely gone better," read the Instagram post. "While I was trying to get my head clear while ski touring, I suffered a lower leg fracture. Yesterday's surgery went well. Many thanks to the doctors! However, it hurts to know that the current season is over for me. Take care! Your Manuel." The accident could have been avoided if Bayern coach Julian Nagelsmann had not given extended time off to the players who were still reeling from the repercussions of an early World Cup exit. Bayern Munich currently sit atop the Bundesliga table with 34 points from 15 matches. However, with Freiburg and Salzburg breathing down the neck of the Munich-based club, Neuer's clutch ability to perform outrageous saves will be missed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

‘Neuer never listens...': Bayern Munich CEO Oliver Kahn on the skiing accident

The veteran German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer broke his leg while skiing during the ‘extra vacation’ time handed to him by the Bayer chiefs following Germany’s failed World Cup campaign in Qatar. In a big blow to Bayern’s remaining 2022/23 campaign, Neuer is all but ruled out for the season. Neuer shared the news on his social media handle after going under the knife.

In a post on social media, Neuer said, 'Hey guys, what can I say, the end of the year could have definitely gone better.

'While I was trying to get my head clear while ski touring, I suffered a lower leg fracture. Yesterday's surgery went well. Many thanks to the doctors! However, it hurts to know that the current season is over for me. Take care! Your Manuel.'

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Germany suffered poor fate for the second time in two successive World Cups as they got knocked out in Qatar after they stood 3rd in Group E. The four-time winners lost their opening game to Japan in a World Cup shocker while they played a 1-1 draw against Spain in their next game. In Germany’s final group stage game, they defeated Croatia 4-2, but because Japan beat Spain in its final match also, they stood second in the group and Germany got knocked out.

While each of Bayern players who were part of the World Cup team were supposed to train at Säbener Straße this week before Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann granted everyone with an extra time-off period. Enjoying while being on a vacation, Neuer also shared some snaps of him doing skiing as well.

With the injury of his coming at this time, Neuer is unfortunate to be spending this season on the bench.

The veteran German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer broke his leg while skiing during the ‘extra vacation’ time handed to him by the Bayer chiefs following Germany’s failed World Cup campaign in Qatar.

The veteran German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer broke his leg while skiing during the ‘extra vacation’ time handed to him by the Bayer chiefs following Germany’s failed World Cup campaign in Qatar. In a big blow to Bayern’s remaining 2022/23 campaign, Neuer is all but ruled out for the season. Neuer shared the news on his social media handle after going under the knife. In a post on social media, Neuer said, 'Hey guys, what can I say, the end of the year could have definitely gone better. 'While I was trying to get my head clear while ski touring, I suffered a lower leg fracture. Yesterday's surgery went well. Many thanks to the doctors! However, it hurts to know that the current season is over for me. Take care! Your Manuel.' ALSO READ: 'I wanted him to stay', reveals Erik ten Hag after Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United exit View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manuel Neuer (@manuelneuer) × Germany suffered poor fate for the second time in two successive World Cups as they got knocked out in Qatar after they stood 3rd in Group E. The four-time winners lost their opening game to Japan in a World Cup shocker while they played a 1-1 draw against Spain in their next game. In Germany’s final group stage game, they defeated Croatia 4-2, but because Japan beat Spain in its final match also, they stood second in the group and Germany got knocked out. While each of Bayern players who were part of the World Cup team were supposed to train at Säbener Straße this week before Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann granted everyone with an extra time-off period. Enjoying while being on a vacation, Neuer also shared some snaps of him doing skiing as well. With the injury of his coming at this time, Neuer is unfortunate to be spending this season on the bench.

Germany captain Manuel Neuer breaks leg while skiing, ruled out for remainder of Bundesliga season

Germany has and will always remain the talk of the town whenever the FIFA World Cup arrives. Four-time winners are one of the strongest teams at this year’s edition of the World Cup despite not having a few big names in their 26-man squad. So who made it to the final list and who misses out, let’s know about them in this piece.

Germany’s 26-man squad –

Goalkeepers: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Marc-Andre ter Stegen (Barcelona), Kevin Trapp (Eintracht Frankfurt).

Defenders: Matthias Ginter (Freiburg), Antonio Ruediger (Real Madrid), Niklas Suele (Borussia Dortmund), Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund), Thilo Kehrer (West Ham United), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Lukas Klostermann, Armel Bella Kotchap (Southampton), Christian Guenter (Freiburg).

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Midfielders: Ilkay Gundogan (Manchester City), Jonas Hofmann (Borussia Moenchengladbach), Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala, Joshua Kimmich, Thomas Mueller (all Bayern Munich), Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund), Mario Goetze (Eintracht Frankfurt).

Forwards: Kai Havertz (Chelsea), Youssoufa Moukoko (Borussia Dortmund), Niklas Fuellkrug (Werder Bremen), Karim Adeyemi (Borussia Dortmund).

Who are the notable omissions?

It’s never easy to pick a perfect squad for any major event. Always a couple of names miss out due to some reason for the other.

This time the 2014-World Cup champions will miss the services of big names such as Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus, defender Mats Hummels, and striker Timo Werner.

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Which group is Germany part of and when are their matches?

Germany is placed in Group E alongside former World Cup winners Spain, Japan, and Costa Rica. The Germans will play their first game against Japan on November 23rd while their clash against Spain is scheduled on November 28th. They will play their last group match against Costa Rica on Friday, December 2nd.

Germany has and will always remain the talk of the town whenever the FIFA World Cup arrives. Four-time winners are one of the strongest teams at this year’s edition of the World Cup despite not having a few big names in their 26-man squad.

Germany has and will always remain the talk of the town whenever the FIFA World Cup arrives. Four-time winners are one of the strongest teams at this year’s edition of the World Cup despite not having a few big names in their 26-man squad. So who made it to the final list and who misses out, let’s know about them in this piece. Germany’s 26-man squad – Goalkeepers: Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich), Marc-Andre ter Stegen (Barcelona), Kevin Trapp (Eintracht Frankfurt). Defenders: Matthias Ginter (Freiburg), Antonio Ruediger (Real Madrid), Niklas Suele (Borussia Dortmund), Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund), Thilo Kehrer (West Ham United), David Raum (RB Leipzig), Lukas Klostermann, Armel Bella Kotchap (Southampton), Christian Guenter (Freiburg). ALSO READ: England at FIFA World Cup 2022 – Who made it to Gareth Southgate’s 26-man squad? Midfielders: Ilkay Gundogan (Manchester City), Jonas Hofmann (Borussia Moenchengladbach), Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala, Joshua Kimmich, Thomas Mueller (all Bayern Munich), Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund), Mario Goetze (Eintracht Frankfurt). Forwards: Kai Havertz (Chelsea), Youssoufa Moukoko (Borussia Dortmund), Niklas Fuellkrug (Werder Bremen), Karim Adeyemi (Borussia Dortmund). Who are the notable omissions? It’s never easy to pick a perfect squad for any major event. Always a couple of names miss out due to some reason for the other. This time the 2014-World Cup champions will miss the services of big names such as Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus, defender Mats Hummels, and striker Timo Werner. ALSO READ: FIFA World Cup 2022 opening ceremony: When and where to watch? Who are the performers? Which group is Germany part of and when are their matches? Germany is placed in Group E alongside former World Cup winners Spain, Japan, and Costa Rica. The Germans will play their first game against Japan on November 23rd while their clash against Spain is scheduled on November 28th. They will play their last group match against Costa Rica on Friday, December 2nd.

Germany at FIFA World Cup 2022 – Who made it to the 26-man squad?

Germany will be without captain Manuel Neuer and midfielder Leon Goretzka against Hungary and England due to positive coronavirus tests. 
Both Bayern Munich players were isolated after the positive results and have since left the team hotel in Gravenbruch, near Frankfurt, the German soccer federation said on Wednesday.

They will miss the Nations League games against Hungary in Leipzig on Friday and England in London on Monday. The alarm bells are going off,&nbsp;national teammate Jonas Hofmann said. Players who had contact with Goretzka and Neuer were to be tested daily for COVID-19. 
Germany coach Hansi Flick called up Hoffenheim goalkeeper Oliver Baumann as a replacement for Neuer, though Barcelona's Marc-Andr&nbsp;ter Stegen is likely to play against Hungary.

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He later also called up Wolfsburg midfielder Maximilian Arnold to compensate for Goretzka's absence. Goretzka and Neuer were at the Oktoberfest beer festival with the rest of the Bayern team on Sunday. All Germany players were due to be tested before they joined the squad on Monday.

Germany will be without captain Manuel Neuer and midfielder Leon Goretzka against Hungary and England due to positive coronavirus tests. Both Bayern Munich players were isolated after the positive results and have since left the team hotel in Gravenbruch, near Frankfurt, the German soccer federation said on Wednesday.

Germany will be without captain Manuel Neuer and midfielder Leon Goretzka against Hungary and England due to positive coronavirus tests. Both Bayern Munich players were isolated after the positive results and have since left the team hotel in Gravenbruch, near Frankfurt, the German soccer federation said on Wednesday. They will miss the Nations League games against Hungary in Leipzig on Friday and England in London on Monday. The alarm bells are going off, national teammate Jonas Hofmann said. Players who had contact with Goretzka and Neuer were to be tested daily for COVID-19. Germany coach Hansi Flick called up Hoffenheim goalkeeper Oliver Baumann as a replacement for Neuer, though Barcelona's Marc-Andr ter Stegen is likely to play against Hungary. ALSO READ | FA chief says LGBTQ+ fans won't face arrest for kissing at FIFA World Cup in Qatar He later also called up Wolfsburg midfielder Maximilian Arnold to compensate for Goretzka's absence. Goretzka and Neuer were at the Oktoberfest beer festival with the rest of the Bayern team on Sunday. All Germany players were due to be tested before they joined the squad on Monday.

Germany's Manuel Neuer, Loen Goretzka test Covid positive, out of upcoming UEFA Nations League ties

Bundesliga top scorer Robert Lewandowski scored twice to lead Bayern Munich to a 5-2 victory at Union Berlin on Saturday as the German champions bounced back from their shock midweek German Cup exit to stay top of the league table.

The Pole struck with a 15th-minute penalty and then hammered in a free kick for his 12th goal of the campaign, with Leroy Sane, Kingsley Coman and Thomas Mueller also on target in a rollercoaster encounter and Union`s first home loss of the season.

The Bavarians, who stunningly lost 5-0 to Borussia Moenchengladbach on Wednesday in their heaviest German Cup loss ever, moved up to 25 points.

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But their backline, that proved so vulnerable against Gladbach, was again far from solid, angering keeper Manuel Neuer, who made a string of good saves as Union kept attacking.

"We obviously wished for such a start and it really worked well in the beginning," Neuer said. "The two goals we conceded are frustrating."

"But we are satisfied that we managed to show a different performance today."

Borussia Dortmund, 2-0 winners over Cologne, are a point behind in second. Sensational Freiburg, who beat Greuther Fuerth 3-1, are in third place on 22.

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Lewandowski opened his side`s account in the 15th minute with a spot kick and added a second eight minutes later before Sane made it 3-0 in the 35th, with Bayern, who face Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday, keen to prove their Cup loss was just a blip.

But the Berliners were far from done and pulled one back in the 43rd through Nico Giesselmann. Union`s Sheraldo Becker then put the ball in the net once more two minutes later but was ruled narrowly offside.

It was the hosts who got off to a better start after the break, with Bayern`s defence looking fragile and Becker and Taiwo Awoniyi time and again finding the space to threaten.

Bayern, however, struck against the run of play with Coman thumping the ball in from a tight angle just past the hour to settle the nerves somewhat.

But again Union refused to surrender, cutting the deficit once more with Julian Ryerson four minutes later before finally Mueller delivered the killer blow in the 79th. Mueller has now scored against all other 17 Bundesliga teams.

Bundesliga top scorer Robert Lewandowski scored twice to lead Bayern Munich to a 5-2 victory at Union Berlin on Saturday as the German champions bounced back from their shock midweek German Cup exit to stay top of the league table.

Bundesliga top scorer Robert Lewandowski scored twice to lead Bayern Munich to a 5-2 victory at Union Berlin on Saturday as the German champions bounced back from their shock midweek German Cup exit to stay top of the league table. The Pole struck with a 15th-minute penalty and then hammered in a free kick for his 12th goal of the campaign, with Leroy Sane, Kingsley Coman and Thomas Mueller also on target in a rollercoaster encounter and Union`s first home loss of the season. The Bavarians, who stunningly lost 5-0 to Borussia Moenchengladbach on Wednesday in their heaviest German Cup loss ever, moved up to 25 points. ALSO READ: Barcelona names Sergi Barjuan as interim coach to replace Ronald Koeman But their backline, that proved so vulnerable against Gladbach, was again far from solid, angering keeper Manuel Neuer, who made a string of good saves as Union kept attacking. "We obviously wished for such a start and it really worked well in the beginning," Neuer said. "The two goals we conceded are frustrating." "But we are satisfied that we managed to show a different performance today." Borussia Dortmund, 2-0 winners over Cologne, are a point behind in second. Sensational Freiburg, who beat Greuther Fuerth 3-1, are in third place on 22. ALSO READ: Ligue 1: Angel Di Maria shines, Lionel Messi injured as PSG beat Lille to go 10 points clear Lewandowski opened his side`s account in the 15th minute with a spot kick and added a second eight minutes later before Sane made it 3-0 in the 35th, with Bayern, who face Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday, keen to prove their Cup loss was just a blip. But the Berliners were far from done and pulled one back in the 43rd through Nico Giesselmann. Union`s Sheraldo Becker then put the ball in the net once more two minutes later but was ruled narrowly offside. It was the hosts who got off to a better start after the break, with Bayern`s defence looking fragile and Becker and Taiwo Awoniyi time and again finding the space to threaten. Bayern, however, struck against the run of play with Coman thumping the ball in from a tight angle just past the hour to settle the nerves somewhat. But again Union refused to surrender, cutting the deficit once more with Julian Ryerson four minutes later before finally Mueller delivered the killer blow in the 79th. Mueller has now scored against all other 17 Bundesliga teams.

Bundesliga: Bayern fire five past brave Union Berlin to bounce back from German Cup loss

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer sat out training Thursday with an ankle knock as the defending Bundesliga champions wait on their goalkeeper's fitness for this weekend's home game against Cologne.

Neuer, 35, needed treatment on his right ankle during Tuesday's 3-1 win at Dortmund in the German Super Cup.

He played the full 90 minutes and lifted the trophy on the pitch after Bayern striker Robert Lewandowksi sealed victory with two goals.

In a statement, Bayern left it open whether the Germany goalkeeper will be fit for Sunday's home league game at the Allianz Arena.

The defending champions are hunting their first Bundesliga win of the new season after drawing last Friday's opening match at Moenchengladbach.

If Neuer drops out, he is set to be replaced by reserve goalkeeper Sven Ulreich, 33, who rejoined in the summer after a season at second division Hamburg.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer sat out training Thursday with an ankle knock as the defending Bundesliga champions wait on their goalkeeper's fitness for this weekend's home game against Cologne.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer sat out training Thursday with an ankle knock as the defending Bundesliga champions wait on their goalkeeper's fitness for this weekend's home game against Cologne. Neuer, 35, needed treatment on his right ankle during Tuesday's 3-1 win at Dortmund in the German Super Cup. He played the full 90 minutes and lifted the trophy on the pitch after Bayern striker Robert Lewandowksi sealed victory with two goals. In a statement, Bayern left it open whether the Germany goalkeeper will be fit for Sunday's home league game at the Allianz Arena. The defending champions are hunting their first Bundesliga win of the new season after drawing last Friday's opening match at Moenchengladbach. If Neuer drops out, he is set to be replaced by reserve goalkeeper Sven Ulreich, 33, who rejoined in the summer after a season at second division Hamburg.

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Germany on Monday refused to accept the underdog tag in their Euro 2020 Group F opener against world champions France on Tuesday, saying they were out to win the game and payback fans for a disappointing World Cup campaign three years ago.

The Germans will play their group matches in Munich and captain Manuel Neuer said their shock 2018 World Cup first-round exit meant they had to make amends in front of a 14,000 home crowd.

With 2014 world champions Thomas Mueller and Mats Hummels back in the squad after more than two years, Germany are going into the tournament with a largely untested team after an overhaul in 2019 was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic and a string of bad results.

The three-time European champions are not among the title favorites this time, unlike France.

"We know France has been successful in the past years," Neuer said. "But we are still a very good team, uncomfortable to play against.

"We have respect for them but we don't see ourselves as the underdogs. We want to win the game here in Munich," he said.

Germany coach Joachim Loew, in his final tournament before stepping down after 15 years in charge, is set to include Leon Goretzka in his squad, with the midfielder having recovered from injury and having trained several times with the team.

Midfielder Jonas Hofmann is not expected to feature.

"What will be important tomorrow is to do what the team has shown in the past 14 days," he said. "That we are brimming with ambition and confidence, that we will go into the one-on-ones and we will throw everything into this game."

Germany also plays European champions Portugal before taking on Hungary in their last group game.

Germany on Monday refused to accept the underdog tag in their Euro 2020 Group F opener against world champions France on Tuesday, saying they were out to win the game and payback fans for a disappointing World Cup campaign three years ago.

Germany on Monday refused to accept the underdog tag in their Euro 2020 Group F opener against world champions France on Tuesday, saying they were out to win the game and payback fans for a disappointing World Cup campaign three years ago. The Germans will play their group matches in Munich and captain Manuel Neuer said their shock 2018 World Cup first-round exit meant they had to make amends in front of a 14,000 home crowd. With 2014 world champions Thomas Mueller and Mats Hummels back in the squad after more than two years, Germany are going into the tournament with a largely untested team after an overhaul in 2019 was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic and a string of bad results. The three-time European champions are not among the title favorites this time, unlike France. "We know France has been successful in the past years," Neuer said. "But we are still a very good team, uncomfortable to play against. "We have respect for them but we don't see ourselves as the underdogs. We want to win the game here in Munich," he said. Germany coach Joachim Loew, in his final tournament before stepping down after 15 years in charge, is set to include Leon Goretzka in his squad, with the midfielder having recovered from injury and having trained several times with the team. Midfielder Jonas Hofmann is not expected to feature. "What will be important tomorrow is to do what the team has shown in the past 14 days," he said. "That we are brimming with ambition and confidence, that we will go into the one-on-ones and we will throw everything into this game." Germany also plays European champions Portugal before taking on Hungary in their last group game.

Football: Germany won't accept underdogs tag against France

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer said his team paid for missing several chances in the first leg after the German side's Champions League title defence ended with a loss on away goals to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.

Despite a 1-0 quarter-final second-leg victory at the Parc des Princes, Bayern were dumped out of Europe after a 3-3 aggregate draw.

"It wasn't tonight that saw us knocked out," Neuer said. "The 1-0 win here was deserved but it was the result in Munich (3-2 loss) which wasn't good. We were in a bad position at kick-off."

Bayern dominated for long periods over the tie, especially in the first leg when they had 31 attempts at the PSG goal but could only convert two of them without injured top-scorer Robert Lewandowski and winger Serge Gnabry.

"It was annoying to have missed so many chances in the first leg," added Neuer.

"Was Lewandowski missed? We missed all the players who weren't there tonight. Against a classy team like PSG, it's difficult.

"But the players who were on the pitch gave it their all."

Hansi Flick's Bayern will now turn their attentions to winning a ninth straight Bundesliga title, with the Bavarian giants sitting five points clear of second-placed RB Leipzig in the table.

"We have a good chance of winning the Bundesliga, at the end it will still be a positive season," insisted Neuer.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer said his team paid for missing several chances in the first leg after the German side's Champions League title defence ended with a loss on away goals to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer said his team paid for missing several chances in the first leg after the German side's Champions League title defence ended with a loss on away goals to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday. Despite a 1-0 quarter-final second-leg victory at the Parc des Princes, Bayern were dumped out of Europe after a 3-3 aggregate draw. "It wasn't tonight that saw us knocked out," Neuer said. "The 1-0 win here was deserved but it was the result in Munich (3-2 loss) which wasn't good. We were in a bad position at kick-off." Bayern dominated for long periods over the tie, especially in the first leg when they had 31 attempts at the PSG goal but could only convert two of them without injured top-scorer Robert Lewandowski and winger Serge Gnabry. "It was annoying to have missed so many chances in the first leg," added Neuer. "Was Lewandowski missed? We missed all the players who weren't there tonight. Against a classy team like PSG, it's difficult. "But the players who were on the pitch gave it their all." Hansi Flick's Bayern will now turn their attentions to winning a ninth straight Bundesliga title, with the Bavarian giants sitting five points clear of second-placed RB Leipzig in the table. "We have a good chance of winning the Bundesliga, at the end it will still be a positive season," insisted Neuer.

Neuer blames first-leg loss for Bayern's Champions League exit

Captain Manuel Neuer wants Germany to prove themselves in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, but their plans were dealt a blow Tuesday as Toni Kroos withdrew with injury.

Their opening qualifier against Iceland in Duisburg on Thursday is Germany's first international since their humiliating 6-0 thrashing by Spain last November.

After nearly 15 years as coach, Loew will step down after the delayed Euro 2020 from June 11-July 11 and has "challenged" his team to find form.

Germany also face Romania away on Sunday, then North Macedonia again in Duisburg three days later.

"The national coach is right. We're all challenged -- we have big plans," said Neuer in a press conference on Tuesday.

"We want to get into the swing of things. We can't make any more mistakes."

However, Germany will be without Real Madrid star Kroos, who has a groin injury.

"I'm reluctant to be without him," Loew said in a statement, but the 31-year-old is not an option for the three qualifiers.

However, there was some good news as Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich joined the squad after recovering from a cold.

Neuer says Germany have extra motivation for the Euro finals, where they face World Cup winners France, reigning champions Portugal and Hungary in their group.

"We all have ambitious goals and want to crown (Loew's) successful era with a great finish," said Neuer.

"(Loew) is very motivated and ambitious. He wants it at all costs. He wants to quit as successfully as possible."

Loew has called up five Premier League players after Germany relaxed some of its Covid-19 travel restrictions.

However, Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, Chelsea trio Kai Havertz, Timo Werner and Antonio Ruediger plus Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno are in a 'working quarantine' within the Germany camp.

The five are kept separate apart from training, team meetings and matches.

"We are not in contact with the UK players, who have separate tables compared to the players who live in mainland Europe," said Neuer.

Borussia Moenchengladbach midfielder Florian Neuhaus said the squad are just happy to be able to play, with the rest of Germany still in lockdown.

"There are worse things than being in a bubble with the national team for 10 days," said the 24-year-old.

"In a certain way it has become everyday life in Germany."

Captain Manuel Neuer wants Germany to prove themselves in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, but their plans were dealt a blow Tuesday as Toni Kroos withdrew with injury.

Captain Manuel Neuer wants Germany to prove themselves in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, but their plans were dealt a blow Tuesday as Toni Kroos withdrew with injury. Their opening qualifier against Iceland in Duisburg on Thursday is Germany's first international since their humiliating 6-0 thrashing by Spain last November. After nearly 15 years as coach, Loew will step down after the delayed Euro 2020 from June 11-July 11 and has "challenged" his team to find form. Germany also face Romania away on Sunday, then North Macedonia again in Duisburg three days later. "The national coach is right. We're all challenged -- we have big plans," said Neuer in a press conference on Tuesday. "We want to get into the swing of things. We can't make any more mistakes." However, Germany will be without Real Madrid star Kroos, who has a groin injury. "I'm reluctant to be without him," Loew said in a statement, but the 31-year-old is not an option for the three qualifiers. However, there was some good news as Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich joined the squad after recovering from a cold. Neuer says Germany have extra motivation for the Euro finals, where they face World Cup winners France, reigning champions Portugal and Hungary in their group. "We all have ambitious goals and want to crown (Loew's) successful era with a great finish," said Neuer. "(Loew) is very motivated and ambitious. He wants it at all costs. He wants to quit as successfully as possible." Loew has called up five Premier League players after Germany relaxed some of its Covid-19 travel restrictions. However, Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan, Chelsea trio Kai Havertz, Timo Werner and Antonio Ruediger plus Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno are in a 'working quarantine' within the Germany camp. The five are kept separate apart from training, team meetings and matches. "We are not in contact with the UK players, who have separate tables compared to the players who live in mainland Europe," said Neuer. Borussia Moenchengladbach midfielder Florian Neuhaus said the squad are just happy to be able to play, with the rest of Germany still in lockdown. "There are worse things than being in a bubble with the national team for 10 days," said the 24-year-old. "In a certain way it has become everyday life in Germany."

Neuer challenges Germany to throw down marker, Kroos drops out

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer set a new Bundesliga record with the 197th clean sheet of his career in the German top flight as the league leaders thrashed Schalke on Sunday.

The 34-year-old, voted FIFA's best goalkeeper of 2020, bettered the previous record set by former Bayern and Germany goalkeeper Oliver Kahn.

Kahn needed 557 Bundesliga matches, for Bayern and Karlsruher, to reach the old mark, which current Germany 'keeper Neuer has usurped after 423 league games for the Bavarians and former club Schalke.

On Sunday, Neuer pulled off saves to deny Mark Uth and Suat Serdar in Gelsenkirchen.

Neuer said he hopes Schalke avoid relegation having come through their academy before joining Bayern in 2011.&nbsp;

"I hope Schalke stay in the league and manage to turn the tide," Neuer told Sky, after brushing off questions about his record.

"They had one or two chances and we didn't defend as well as we could have done."

The 4-0 victory, which saw Thomas Mueller score twice, sent Bayern seven points clear of second-placed RB Leipzig in the table.

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer set a new Bundesliga record with the 197th clean sheet of his career in the German top flight as the league leaders thrashed Schalke on Sunday.

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer set a new Bundesliga record with the 197th clean sheet of his career in the German top flight as the league leaders thrashed Schalke on Sunday. The 34-year-old, voted FIFA's best goalkeeper of 2020, bettered the previous record set by former Bayern and Germany goalkeeper Oliver Kahn. Kahn needed 557 Bundesliga matches, for Bayern and Karlsruher, to reach the old mark, which current Germany 'keeper Neuer has usurped after 423 league games for the Bavarians and former club Schalke. On Sunday, Neuer pulled off saves to deny Mark Uth and Suat Serdar in Gelsenkirchen. Neuer said he hopes Schalke avoid relegation having come through their academy before joining Bayern in 2011. "I hope Schalke stay in the league and manage to turn the tide," Neuer told Sky, after brushing off questions about his record. "They had one or two chances and we didn't defend as well as we could have done." The 4-0 victory, which saw Thomas Mueller score twice, sent Bayern seven points clear of second-placed RB Leipzig in the table.

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A video has resurfaced that featured Germany and Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer singing a Croatian song which has right-wing nationalist links during a holiday.

A video has resurfaced that featured Germany and Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer singing a Croatian song which has right-wing nationalist links during a holiday. Also read: Tottenham Hotspur defender Serge Aurier's brother shot dead in Toulouse In the video, the 34-year-old is seen singing "Lijepa li si" (You are beautiful) by controversial Croatian singer Marko Perkovic, known as 'Thompson' near a beachside bar among a group of people. Manuel Neuer singing "Lijepa Li Si" is a unique thing to see. Maybe he's preparing for the Eternal Derby? 🤨 pic.twitter.com/rXbEnNMARQ — 🇭🇷Croatian Football🇭🇷 (@CroatiaFooty) July 12, 2020 × Marko Perkovic is known for sympathizing with Croatia's World War II pro-Nazi regime, earned the nickname 'Thompson' that was the brand of weapon he carried during the Croatian war of independence in the early 1990s. 'Lijepa li si' is a patriotic song that mentions Herceg-Bosnia, which Zagreb-backed Bosnian Croats self-proclaimed as a statelet during Bosnia's 1990s war and which they had hoped would eventually merge with Croatia. The world-class goalkeeper has not yet commented on the video but as per his personal manager, the player does not speak Croatian. Neuer is on a vacation with his friend and Bayern Munich goalkeeping coach Toni Tapalovic on the Dalmatian coast on the Adriatic Sea. A press officer from Bayern Munich declined to comment when contacted by AFP. Neuer's managers were not immediately available for comment. According to Magazine Focus, Neuer was "naive to think" the clip would not emerge in the media. At the same time, "assuming that with this song Neuer supports Croatian nationalist ideas would be a little too far-reaching", it said. (Inputs from AFP)

Watch: Germany captain Manuel Neuer filmed singing song by controversial Croatian nationalist

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bayern-confirm-ribery-departure-and-farewell-match-216093">Champions Bayern Munich</a> beat RB Leipzig 3-0 on Saturday thanks to two goals from Robert Lewandowski to win their 19th German Cup and complete a domestic league and Cup double.

Bundesliga top scorer Lewandowski headed the champions into the lead in the 29th minute, wrong-footing keeper Peter Gulacsi, and Kingsley Coman`s superb first touch and shot in the 78th made it 2-0.

Lewandowski sealed the win with a fine run and superb finish in the 85th minute.

It was the 12th time Bayern won the double as coach Niko Kovac, who lifted the Cup with Eintracht Frankfurt last year and led them to 2017 final, became the first man to win the double with Bayern both as player and coach.

But Bayern also had to thank keeper Manuel Neuer who returned from injury and made two superb point-blank saves to protect their one-goal lead.

"It was the toughest opponent we could have had and we saw that in the opening 30 minutes," said Kovac, whose future at the club looks more secure after winning two titles in the past week.

"Manuel Neuer kept us in the game with two superb saves but overall the victory was deserved," he said. "We had tough times back in October and November so compliments to the team. To be here with two titles makes me very proud."

Leipzig enjoyed the better start and had the first big chance with Yussuf Poulsen`s header palmed on to the crossbar by Neuer in a reflex save before Lewandowski put them ahead.

Coman came close to a second goal but his effort on an empty goal was headed away at the last moment by Ibrahima Konate.

In a highly entertaining game, Neuer again comes to the rescue by stopping Emil Forsberg in a one-on-one situation.

The Bavarians hit back with Coman to create a two-goal cushion before Poland striker Lewandowski struck again to kill off any lingering Leipzig hopes.

"I am very satisfied with the way we played well and won clearly," Lewandowski said. "We had the game under control and the second half we pushed a bit more and won the Cup.

"We gave everything for the double. At the end we can say that this season was very good for us," Lewandowski said.

Bayern winger Franck Ribery, who is leaving Munich along with Arjen Robben, came on as a late substitute to make a record eighth German Cup final appearance in his last game for the club.

Champions Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig 3-0 on Saturday thanks to two goals from Robert Lewandowski to win their 19th German Cup and complete a domestic league and Cup double.

Champions Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig 3-0 on Saturday thanks to two goals from Robert Lewandowski to win their 19th German Cup and complete a domestic league and Cup double. Bundesliga top scorer Lewandowski headed the champions into the lead in the 29th minute, wrong-footing keeper Peter Gulacsi, and Kingsley Coman`s superb first touch and shot in the 78th made it 2-0. Lewandowski sealed the win with a fine run and superb finish in the 85th minute. It was the 12th time Bayern won the double as coach Niko Kovac, who lifted the Cup with Eintracht Frankfurt last year and led them to 2017 final, became the first man to win the double with Bayern both as player and coach. But Bayern also had to thank keeper Manuel Neuer who returned from injury and made two superb point-blank saves to protect their one-goal lead. "It was the toughest opponent we could have had and we saw that in the opening 30 minutes," said Kovac, whose future at the club looks more secure after winning two titles in the past week. "Manuel Neuer kept us in the game with two superb saves but overall the victory was deserved," he said. "We had tough times back in October and November so compliments to the team. To be here with two titles makes me very proud." Leipzig enjoyed the better start and had the first big chance with Yussuf Poulsen`s header palmed on to the crossbar by Neuer in a reflex save before Lewandowski put them ahead. Coman came close to a second goal but his effort on an empty goal was headed away at the last moment by Ibrahima Konate. In a highly entertaining game, Neuer again comes to the rescue by stopping Emil Forsberg in a one-on-one situation. The Bavarians hit back with Coman to create a two-goal cushion before Poland striker Lewandowski struck again to kill off any lingering Leipzig hopes. "I am very satisfied with the way we played well and won clearly," Lewandowski said. "We had the game under control and the second half we pushed a bit more and won the Cup. "We gave everything for the double. At the end we can say that this season was very good for us," Lewandowski said. Bayern winger Franck Ribery, who is leaving Munich along with Arjen Robben, came on as a late substitute to make a record eighth German Cup final appearance in his last game for the club.

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