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Commentary on the Neuer affair: A tragedy for Baumann and a communications disaster for Nagelsmann

Manuel Neuer appears set to return to the DFB squad, a move that would be a personal setback for Oliver Baumann—and one for which Julian Nagelsmann would bear the blame. The Bayern goalkeeper's comeback would also damage the national coach's credibility, creating a communications disaster that could have been avoided. A commentary.

Germany Training Session In Herzogenaurach

'A slap in the face' - Matthaus hits out at Neuer World Cup return

German football icons Lothar Matthaus, Didi Hamann, and Michael Ballack have weighed in on the polarising debate surrounding Manuel Neuer’s potential World Cup return. While Matthaus acknowledges Neuer is still the nation’s best, he labelled the lack of communication with current No. 1 Oliver Baumann a "slap in the face" as the countdown to Julian Nagelsmann’s final squad announcement on Thursday begins.

FBL-GER-BUNDESLIGA-WOLFSBURG-BAYERN MUNICH

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.

CanMNT roster tiers: Davies injury clouds World Cup plans

With Canada’s World Cup squad deadline looming, Jesse Marsch faces major decisions as injuries cloud the status of stars like Alphonso Davies and Moïse Bombito. GOAL breaks down the CanMNT roster by tiers, from locked-in starters such as Jonathan David and Stephen Eustàquio to bubble players battling for the final spots.

FC Bayern München v 1. FC Köln - Bundesliga

Is a sensational comeback really on the cards? Manuel Neuer offers a telling glimpse into his thinking

Manuel Neuer came off the pitch early during Bayern Munich's match against 1. FC Köln. Nevertheless, Bayern have no cause for alarm, according to the goalkeeper. His remarks about the national team speak volumes.

Manchester United v Burnley - Premier League

De Ligt issues emotional statement as World Cup dream ends

Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt has seen his season and World Cup dreams come to an end after undergoing surgery on a persistent back injury. The Netherlands international, who has been sidelined since November, had recently returned to light training but has now been forced to go under the knife to resolve the issue.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Bayern Munich	25	23	2	0	89	9	80	71	W D W W W
2	VfL Wolfsburg	25	17	4	4	69	37	32	55	W W L D D
3	Eintracht Frankfurt	25	15	3	7	61	41	20	48	L W W W W
4	Bayer Leverkusen	25	15	1	9	45	33	12	46	W W W W W
5	TSG 1899 Hoffenheim	25	14	3	8	48	30	18	45	W D W W L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Bayern Munich

W
D
W
W
W

VfL Wolfsburg

W
W
L
D
D

Eintracht Frankfurt

L
W
W
W
W

Bayer Leverkusen

W
W
W
W
W

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

W
D
W
W
L

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 tickets?

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Iran, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

Can I buy Iran World Cup 2026 resale tickets?

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

Will there be an opportunity to purchase Iran World Cup 2026 tickets directly at the stadium?

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Who has scored the most goals for Iran at World Cup Finals?

Iran’s heavy 6-2 loss to England in their opener at the 2022 World Cup was a bitter pill to swallow, but Mehdi Taremi's consolation double strike meant that he became Iran’s top World Cup scorer of all-time. The Olympiacos striker will be hoping to add to his tally further in North America. In terms of World Cup appearances, Ehsan Hajsafi tops Iran's standings with 9 caps, after playing in all his side's matches at the 2014, 2018 and 2022 tournaments.