Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was handed a surprise recall to Germany’s 26-man World Cup squad on Thursday, coming out of international retirement
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Neuer recalled to aid Germany World Cup bid
Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was handed a surprise recall to Germany’s 26-man World Cup squad on Thursday, coming out of international retirement to play in the tournament for a fifth time.
The 40-year-former retired from international obligation in 2024 still coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed the World Cup winner will be the number one option ahead of Oliver Baumann at this summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
"Everyone knows the aura and standard Manu has, what he brings to a squad," Nagelsmann said at a squad announcement in Frankfurt.
Joshua Kimmich will retain the captaincy despite the long-time skipper’s return.
Former Manchester Urban and Bayern winger Leroy Sane, now at Galatasaray, has retained his spot.
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