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David Raya hopes Manuel Neuer is fit for Arsenal clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 10:35 AM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

David Raya hopes Manuel Neuer is fit for Arsenal clash

Summary

David Raya expressed hope that Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will be available for their Champions League match against Arsenal on October 21. Neuer is currently a doubt due to a foot issue that has kept him out of Bayern's last two games. Raya regards Neuer as a childhood role model and would relish the opportunity to compete against him. Bayern's sporting director Max Eberl indicated that Neuer's injury involves fluid accumulation on his foot but downplayed its severity. Assessments will continue to determine Neuer's readiness for the match.

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Status Watch

•Manuel Neuer has missed the last two Bayern matches due to injury.
•Bayern has described Neuer's condition as fluid accumulation on his foot.
•David Raya is eager to face Neuer, seen as a key influence in his career.
•Bayern will assess Neuer’s fitness leading up to the Arsenal match.
•Raya noted Arsenal's plan to counter Bayern's high press.

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10:35 AMYahoo Sports — David Raya hopeful injured Bayern Munich ‘legend’ is fit to face Arsenal

What they're saying

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Neuer remains a doubt for the Allianz Arena meeting after missing Bayern’s past two matches, but Raya would welcome the chance to face one of his childhood role models again.Photo by Shaun Botterill...
— Yahoo Sports

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