Manuel Neuer to Play in Germany’s 2026 World Cup Opener After Return from Hiatus
Manuel Neuer, 40, is set to play in Germany’s first match of the 2026 World Cup after returning to the national team following a brief hiatus. His return followed initial selection debates. Germany’s coach, Julian Nagelsmann, said Neuer did not initially have rhythm but now found it, and that Germany trusts him greatly and needs his top performance for a successful World Cup. Neuer confirmed his国际
Manuel Neuer, 40, is set to play in Germany’s first match of the 2026 World Cup after returning to the national team following a brief hiatus. His return followed initial selection debates. According to dw, Neuer retired from the German national team in August 2024. According to timesofindia, Neuer confirmed his international retirement after the 2026 FIFA World Cup and cited the physical and mental toll of continued national duty as a reason for his planned retirement. Julian Nagelsmann is the coach of the German national team, according to foxsports.com. Nagelsmann said Neuer didn’t really have the rhythm but now found it, and that Germany needs Neuer in top performance for a good World Cup. Nagelsmann also said Germany trusts Neuer a lot. Germany's 2026 World Cup hopes are tied to Manuel Neuer's fitness and form, according to bluesky. According to foxsports.com, Neuer missed the German Cup final against Stuttgart due to muscular problems in his left calf.
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