Tag: Manuel Neuer

Neuer error ends Bayern’s 16-game streak in 2-2 draw at Union

Bayern Munich
November 2025

Bayern’s 16-match winning run halted after a 2-2 draw in Köpenick. Danilho Doekhi’s tame effort slipped under Manuel Neuer for Union’s opener before Harry Kane rescued a point late. The dropped points still leave Bayern six clear. Union absorbed pressure and targeted set pieces, striking through Doekhi twice—the second a poacher’s finish on 83’. Bayern equalised earlier via Luis Díaz and pushed late, but Kompany refused to blame Neuer, framing the concession as a collective sequence failure.

Germany Sound Out Neuer for 2026 World Cup Return

Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich)
August 2025

Despite retiring after Euro 2024, Manuel Neuer could return for Germany’s 2026 World Cup campaign. DFB sporting director Rudi Völler has contacted the Bayern goalkeeper after doubts over Marc-André ter Stegen, who lost his Barcelona spot and remains sidelined post-surgery. Ter Stegen was long Neuer’s natural successor but is now benched by new signing Joan Garcia at Barcelona. With his fitness and form uncertain, the DFB sees Neuer’s potential recall as a contingency to stabilize Germany’s goalkeeping options ahead of 2026.

Bayern Munich Eye Verbruggen as Manuel Neuer Successor in £60m Move

Bart Verbruggen (Brighton)
April 2025

Bayern Munich are preparing a £60m bid for Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as a long-term replacement for Manuel Neuer.
The 22-year-old has impressed with six clean sheets in 27 Premier League games, attracting attention from several elite European clubs.

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