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The Independent UK
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Ciaran Fahey

Germany announce World Cup squad as veteran star performs shock retirement U-turn

World Cup Germany Manuel Neuer Julian Nagelsmann
  • Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, 40, has reversed his international retirement decision and been named in Germany's 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
  • Neuer's inclusion, despite his previous announcement to retire after Euro 2024, comes as a significant blow to Hoffenheim's Oliver Baumann, 35, who had reportedly been assured of the starting goalkeeper position by coach Julian Nagelsmann.
  • Nagelsmann was reportedly swayed by Neuer's recent outstanding performances for Bayern Munich, particularly in the Champions League, though concerns persist regarding the goalkeeper's recurring injury issues, including a recent calf problem.
  • The German squad, aiming for a fifth World Cup title, will compete in Group E against Ivory Coast, Ecuador, and newcomers Curacao, with preparations commencing on 27 May in Herzogenaurach.
  • Notable squad inclusions feature Joshua Kimmich, Kai Havertz, and Jamal Musiala, who has recovered from injury, while Serge Gnabry is ruled out due to injury, and warm-up matches are scheduled against Finland and the United States.

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Manuel Neuer, 40, comes out of international retirement to make Germany World Cup squad

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