Manuel Neuer starts for Germany in World Cup opener as 40-year-old Bayern goalkeeper features for first time since Euro 2024

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Julian Nagelsmann has dropped a selection bombshell ahead of Germany’s 2026 World Cup opener against Curacao by confirming Manuel Neuer will start in goal. The veteran Bayern Munich shot-stopper is set to make his first appearance for Die Mannschaft in two years as they begin their campaign in Houston.
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