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Germany's Goalkeeping Dilemma: Neuer's Potential Return to the National Team
Manuel Neuer, the legendary Bayern Munich goalkeeper, is considering a comeback to the German national soccer team for the 2026 World Cup. This potential return has been encouraged by the national team coach, Julian Nagelsmann, and supported by Thomas Müller [1][2].
Neuer ended his international career last summer after the home European Championship. However, recent reports suggest that he is open to rejoining the squad, reflecting concerns within the team about other goalkeepers like Marc-André ter Stegen [4].
Ter Stegen, who succeeded Neuer as the German national team's goalkeeper, is currently out for months due to a back operation. At Barcelona, his role has diminished to a reserve goalkeeper [9]. Lothar Matthäus, a former German soccer player, believes that Neuer's skills have not diminished, as shown at the Club World Cup [10]. Sepp Maier, another former German goalkeeper, also supports Neuer's potential return due to ter Stegen's injury [6].
Thomas Müller, a long-time colleague of Neuer and currently playing for Vancouver Whitecaps in Canada, has expressed his support for Neuer's potential comeback. Müller made his statement to "Sport Bild" [11]. Lothar Matthäus states that Neuer and ter Stegen are Germany's outstanding goalkeepers [7].
The World Cup qualifiers for Germany will begin in September, and the tournament itself will take place in the summer of 2026 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico [8]. Müller has not made any concrete plans regarding his role in the 2026 World Cup, but the MLS season for him is entering its crucial phase.
A transfer and more playing time could become an option for ter Stegen as early as January [5]. The German Football Association (DFB) has not yet provided any new information about ter Stegen's situation or Bayern Munich.
In conclusion, the German national soccer team is facing a goalkeeping dilemma with ter Stegen's injury and uncertain future. Neuer's potential return could provide a much-needed boost, but it remains to be seen if he will be included in upcoming tournaments.
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