Manuel Neuer Retires from International Football

Manuel Neuer has officially announced his retirement from international football. The 38-year-old, who won the 2014 World Cup with Germany, earned 124 caps over his distinguished career. Neuer’s final appearance for the national team was last month during their Euro 2024 quarter-final loss to Spain. Neuer debuted for Germany in 2009 and went on to represent his country in eight major tournaments.

His career highlights include starting in the World Cup final where Germany triumphed over Argentina in 2014. He also captained the team from 2018 until Ilkay Gundogan took over the captaincy earlier this year. The announcement comes shortly after Gundogan also retired from international duty, following midfielder Toni Kroos’s retirement after Germany’s Euros campaign.

Manuel Neuer’s decision marks the end of an era for German football, as he has been a cornerstone of the national team for over a decade. Despite stepping away from international duty, Neuer will continue his club career with Bayern Munich. He signed a new contract last year extending his stay at the club until 2025, ensuring he will remain a key figure in Bayern’s squad.

Neuer’s impact on both club and international football has been significant, with his leadership and exceptional goalkeeping skills contributing to Germany’s success on the world stage and Bayern Munich’s continued dominance in domestic and European competitions. His departure from international football marks the end of a remarkable chapter for one of the game’s greatest goalkeepers.