Uli Hoeneß says Manuel Neuer is not done at Bayern Munich, defends Joshua Kimmich
Bayern Munich executive Uli Hoeneß has publicly defended goalkeeper Manuel Neuer and midfielder Joshua Kimmich against growing fan criticism. Hoeneß dismissed calls for Neuer's replacement, noting that even veteran players are entitled to occasional errors.
Why it matters
The comments highlight the intense pressure on high-profile athletes at elite European football clubs and the influence of club leadership in managing public perception.
Manuel Neuer committed one costly error and a half as Bayern Munich rescued a 2-2 draw away to Augsburg on Saturday. The calls to replace Neuer in goal are growing louder by the minute, with fans declaring the 40-year-old "finished" at the highest level. Uli Hoeneß, however, thinks otherwise and found time to defend Joshua Kimmich from his own detractors.
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