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Nagelsmann refuses to answer Neuer World Cup question

Julian Nagelsmann has intentionally avoided clarifying the international future of Manuel Neuer ahead of Germany's World Cup squad announcement. Despite the veteran goalkeeper’s previous retirement, reports suggest a dramatic U-turn could see the Bayern Munich legend reclaim the number one shirt for the upcoming tournament in North America.

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Bayern 'making inquiries' about Man City star Gvardiol

Bayern Munich are reportedly stepping up their interest in Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol as they look to reshape their defensive line for the upcoming season. The Croatian international has emerged as a key target for the Bundesliga giants, who are said to be exploring the possibility of a move for the versatile former RB Leipzig man.

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Neuer to end retirement for World Cup

The iconic Manuel Neuer is set to pull on the Germany jersey once again after agreeing to come out of international retirement for the 2026 World Cup. Despite stepping away from the national team in 2024, the Bayern Munich veteran has been convinced by Julian Nagelsmann to reclaim his spot as the number one.

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Flick: Lewandowski exit 'good' for Barca

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has paid a glowing tribute to Robert Lewandowski after the veteran striker officially confirmed he will leave the club this summer. The Polish international is set to bring a trophy-laden four-year spell in Catalonia to an end following the conclusion of the current campaign.

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Man City & Bayern target wants move as €12m clause activated

Hertha Berlin’s teenage sensation Kennet Eichhorn has reportedly decided to seek a new challenge this summer, triggering an intense battle between Europe’s elite clubs for his signature. The 16-year-old midfielder, who recently became the youngest goalscorer in 2. Bundesliga history, is available via a release clause valued at up to €12 million (£10m/$14m).

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Neuer back for Germany? Nagelsmann hints at World Cup return

Bayern Munich legend Manuel Neuer is edging closer to a sensational international comeback after being included in Germany's 55-man preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup. Despite retiring from international duty following Euro 2024, the 40-year-old goalkeeper has held concrete talks with Julian Nagelsmann regarding a return as the national team’s number one, with a final decision expected ahead of the official squad announcement on May 21.

Frequently asked questions

Fifteen players from the Aston Villa Wesleyan Chapel cricket team formed the Aston Villa Football Club in the 1870s.

Aston Villa are owned by V Sports, a joint venture between billionaires Nassef Sawiris and Wesley Edens. Atairos, an investment company based in the UK, became a minority partner of V Sports in April 2024.

Aston Villa play all their home games at the Villa Park since 1897.

Villa Park has a capacity of over 42,000 and has hosted more FA Cup semi-final games than any other stadium in history.

Aston Villa have won 22 titles throughout their history, including seven English top-flight titles, one European Cup (now known as the Champions League), and seven FA Cups.

Aston Villa have won seven top-flight titles, but have failed to clinch a league trophy in the Premier League era. They last won the first division in the 1980-81 season.

Former Scottish left-back Charlie Aitken has made the most appearances for Aston Villa, featuring in 660 games for the club from 1961 to 1975.

One of the greatest players to ever play for Aston Villa, Billy Walker is the club's record goalscorer of all-time with 244 goals to his name.

Jack Grealish, Dwight Yorke, Emiliano Martinez, Gordon Cowans, and Gareth Barry are among the most respectable players in Aston Villa history, with the club also luring legends like Peter Schmeichel and Paul McGrath.

Steven Gerrard, Steve Bruce, Gerard Houllier and Unai Emery are among the big names to have led Aston Villa during its illustrious history.

Aston Villa are famously known as The Villans. The name 'Villa' is derived from the Villa Cross Wesleyan Church, whose former cricket club passed on the name to the club.