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

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleVeteran 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. In fullManuel Neuer, 40, comes out of international retirement to make Germany World Cup squadThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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