Manuel Neuer Makes Shock Return to Germany World Cup Squad at 40
Posted : 21 May 2026
Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has been surprisingly recalled to Germany’s 26-man World Cup squad after coming out of international retirement.
The 40-year-old had stepped away from national duty in 2024 but is now set to feature in his fifth World Cup tournament.
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann included him in the squad for the competition hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.