Manuel Neuer
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Mar 27, 1986 (40)
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6'4"
205 lb
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Won't be option vs. USMNT
Neuer (calf) won't play in Saturday's friendly against United States, according to Sky Sports Germany.
Analysis: Neuer didn't join the other goalkeepers in training one day before the friendly, so the veteran shot-stopper won't suit up for Die Mannschaft's final friendly. This means Alexander Nubel or Oliver Baumann will start in the tune-up match Saturday. Neuer will aim to be fit for Germany's World Cup opener against Curacao on Sunday, June 14.
Still recovering from calf injury
Neuer (calf) sustained a calf injury at the end of the season and is still recovering, leaving his availability for Saturday's friendly against the United States uncertain as he continues to train separately from the group, according to Noz.
Analysis: The veteran goalkeeper trained separately from the group and was unavailable for Germany's first warm-up match, with Oliver Baumann getting the start in his absence. However, Neuer has recently returned to on-field work and appears to be making steady progress in his recovery. While his status for Saturday remains uncertain, he is expected to be fit for Germany's World Cup opener against Curacao and remains the favorite to start in goal.
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