News Focus
- Manuel Neuer will reportedly start in goal for Germany at the World Cup.
- Julian Nagelsmann has told Oliver Baumann he is no longer first choice.
- Baumann remains available for selection despite the disappointment.
- Neuer faces a fitness test before the DFB-Pokal final but will travel to the World Cup.
Julian Nagelsmann has decided to bring Manuel Neuer back as Germany’s main goalkeeper for the upcoming World Cup. The national team manager has already shared this news with Oliver Baumann.
Baumann expected to start at the tournament. He played in every qualifying match for the team. The Hoffenheim player now faces a place on the bench.
The goalkeeper feels unhappy about the change. However, he has promised Nagelsmann that he will stay ready to help the squad if needed.
Neuer stopped playing for Germany after Euro 2024. The 40-year-old has now changed his mind about international retirement. He has won 124 caps for his country.
The Bayern Munich captain has a small injury problem. He hurt himself during the 5-1 win against Cologne last weekend. This may stop him from playing in the German Cup final against Stuttgart on Saturday. Doctors say he will still be fit for the World Cup.