Manuel Neuer, the 2014 World Cup winner and veteran goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, announced his retirement from international football on Wednesday at the age of 38. Neuer, who earned 124 caps for Germany and captained the team 61 times, made his final appearance in the quarter-final loss to Spain at Euro 2024. Although he considered playing until the 2026 World Cup, Neuer stated on social media that he felt it was the right time to retire. Renowned for his role as the modern ‘sweeper-keeper,’ Neuer revolutionized the position with his ability to play beyond the penalty area and his exceptional foot skills. He joins Toni Kroos, Thomas Muller, and Ilkay Gundogan in retiring from the German national team following Euro 2024.
