Substitution at half-time: Bayern fear for Neuer

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·14 February 2026

Substitution at half-time: Bayern fear for Neuer

Manuel Neuer was replaced by Jonas Urbig at half-time in FC Bayern’s away game against Werder Bremen. What was behind the captain’s early substitution?

Manuel Neuer could already be seen talking to the FC Bayern team doctor on his way into the dressing room after the break. 15 minutes later it became clear that he would not be able to continue. Jonas Urbig came on for the 39-year-old at the start of the second half

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As the club itself revealed in its live ticker, Neuer had to stay in the dressing room „with slight calf problems“. His early departure therefore appears to have been merely a precautionary measure. It is not yet known how long he will be out and whether he will be out at all

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