Manuel Neuer returns to training ahead of Germany’s World Cup departure

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·1 June 2026

Manuel Neuer returns to training ahead of Germany’s World Cup departure

Manuel Neuer has taken a significant step forward in his recovery from the calf injury he suffered while playing for Bayern Munich last month.

After sitting out of Germany’s 4-0 friendly win over Finland on Sunday, Neuer returned to training on Monday.

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The 40-year-old veteran goalkeeper first completed light jogging, then sprints, before eventually taking part in full goalkeeper training on the pitch.

With Neuer confirmed as Germany’s first-choice goalkeeper for the World Cup, the hope is that he will be available for the final warm-up match ahead of the tournament against co-hosts the United States on Saturday.

Germany begin their World Cup campaign against Curaçao on June 14.

In Neuer’s absence, Hoffenheim’s Oliver Baumann started in goal against Finland on Sunday.