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Nagelsmann confirms Neuer will be Germany's No.1 at World Cup

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has officially confirmed that Manuel Neuer will be the nation's starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup. The Bayern Munich veteran has sensationally decided to reverse his international retirement to lead Die Mannschaft in North America.

All dates at a glance: DFB schedule ahead of the 2026 World Cup

What lies ahead for the German team in the run-up to the World Cup this summer? SPOX has all the details!

Germany Training Session And Press Conference

Nagelsmann accused of 'beating around the bush' with Germany players

Former Germany defender Markus Babbel has criticised Julian Nagelsmann over his handling of the national team's goalkeeper situation ahead of the World Cup. The Mannschaft boss has selected Manuel Neuer as part of the squad despite the goalkeeper having retired from international football almost two years ago.

Germany v Slovakia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Rakow Czestochowa	33	15	7	11	48	40	8	52	W L W W W
5	GKS Katowice	33	14	7	12	50	44	6	49	D D W D W
6	Zaglebie Lubin	33	13	9	11	45	37	8	48	L W D L L
7	Legia Warszawa	33	11	13	9	38	37	1	46	W W W L W
8	Wisla Plock	33	12	9	12	32	36	-4	45	L L L L W

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