Manuel Neuer ends his international career with Germany

Manuel Neuer has officially announced his international retirement following Germany's elimination by Paraguay in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.

Manuel Neuer is bringing his international career to a close. Speaking after the match, the 40-year-old goalkeeper confirmed he would no longer wear the Mannschaft jersey. Visibly affected by this early exit, he admitted that this ending leaves an especially bitter taste.

"Yes, I'm retiring. It's extremely bitter for it to end this way," Neuer said.

The keeper also lamented his team's offensive struggles during the match:

"We lacked attacking power and, in the end, real goal-scoring opportunities. I think we had the right players, but as a team, we failed to produce better football, especially today."

This announcement marks the end of an exceptional international career for Manuel Neuer, widely regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of German football.

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