Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is retiring from international football again after Germany’s early elimination at the 2026 World Cup. Multiple outlets report that Neuer had returned to the national team shortly before the tournament after having previously retired from international play. His final outing comes following Germany’s shock last-32 defeat to Paraguay. Germany drew 1-1 after extra time, but was eliminated after losing the penalty shootout 4-3. After the match, Neuer confirms that the game was his last for Germany. Yahoo Sports and The Athletic (NYT) say Neuer was asked on television by ARD whether the round-of-32 match was his final appearance, and he responded affirmatively. NDTV and other reports frame the decision as a second retirement, with Neuer stepping away after the team’s tournament-ending loss. SoccerNews and related coverage describe his stance as having no regrets about coming back, despite the early exit. Overall, sources agree on the timeline: a return for the World Cup, an elimination to Paraguay, and Neuer’s final confirmation that he is done with Germany for good.
Manuel Neuer retires from Germany again after 2026 World Cup exit to Paraguay
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is retiring from international football again after Germany’s early elimination at the 2026 World Cup. Multiple outlets report that Neuer had returned to the national t...
- Manuel Neuer returns to Germany’s national team shortly before the 2026 World Cup after previously retiring internationally.
- Germany is eliminated in the last 32 after a 1-1 draw with Paraguay that goes to penalties.
- Paraguay wins the penalty shootout 4-3, ending Germany’s tournament.
- After the defeat, Neuer confirms it is his final match for Germany.
- Seemingly in television interviews, Neuer indicates his retirement is for good following the World Cup exit.
After careful consideration, Manuel Neuer chose to return to the German national team to represent his country one final time at the 2026 World Cup.Ultimately, it all ended in disappointment, as Germa...
1 month agoManuel Neuer came out of retirement to play for Germany, but after their World Cup exit, he has called time on his international career. The post Neuer heads back into retirement with no regrets appeared first on SoccerNews.
1 month agoGermany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has retired from international soccer for the second time after the team's early World Cup exit.
1 month agoNeuer, who was coaxed out of retirement just before the tournament, said in TV interviews that Tuesday's surprise defeat to Paraguay would be his last international game
1 month agoManuel Neuer came out of international retirement to play in the World Cup
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