Neuer's calf problems can't be overlooked with World Cup looming

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·19 May 2026

Manuel Neuer's recently diagnosed muscular problems in his calf should not be underestimated, writes Sport BILD.

Internally, it has been agreed that if he can participate in team training on Thursday, Neuer will start in goal in the DFB Pokal final.

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There's also constant communication with the DFB's coaching staff regarding the extent to which Neuer's calf might affect his World Cup involvement.

A final meeting between the 40-year-old shot-stopper and Julian Nagelsmann is scheduled before the squad announcement on Thursday.

Since making his debut in 2009, Neuer has picked up over 124 caps for the German national team and kept 51 clean sheets.