Goalkeeper Neuer Returns to Germany Squad for 2026 World Cup
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- •Manuel Neuer is 40 years old at the time of his recall to the Germany national team.
- •Neuer had previously ended his international career before deciding to return for the 2026 World Cup.
- •Germany has named Neuer in its squad list specifically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- •The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in North America, with matches in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
- •Reports describe Neuer as being recalled to serve as Germany's first-choice goalkeeper rather than as a backup.
- •Neuer's selection affects other German goalkeepers who had been competing for the starting role ahead of the tournament.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Manuel Neuer starts as Germany's main goalkeeper throughout the 2026 World Cup Younger German goalkeepers such as Marc-André ter Stegen or others may see reduced playing time and slower transitions into leadership roles.
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Primary Sources (6)
RURBC (RU)40-летний Нойер вернулся в сборную Германии ради ЧМ-2026RUKommersant (RU)Вратарь Нойер возобновил карьеру в сборной Германии и вошел в состав на ЧМAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Neuer, 40, Recalled to be Germany’s First Choice KeeperAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Neuer recalled to aid Germany World Cup bid