Manuel Neuer confirms his retirement from international duty | OneFootball

Manuel Neuer has shocked German football by confirming his retirement from the national team.

Reports earlier this week suggested that the Bayern Munich man would stay on to fight for his place at the 2026 World Cup.

But now the veteran shot-stopper has revealed he will step down with immediate effect from Mannschaft duties.

Neuer ends his international career having played 124 times for Germany, winning the World Cup in 2014.

Posting a video on his Instagram account, Neuer said: “Today my career with the national team ends. This decision was not easy for me, it has been more than 15 years since I made my debut here.

“Everyone knows the highlight, the victory against Argentina in the Maracana at the World Cup.

“My thanks go to all the companions, all the DFB employees, the coaches, the goalkeeping coaches, the staff members and of course the teammates. And of course to you, dear fans, you supported me in every situation. Dear fans, a huge thank you from me. I loved wearing this jersey.”

Neuer’s last game in the famous white shirt came at this summer’s European Championships when Germany lost to Spain in the quarter-finals.