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Manuel Neuer equals World Cup goalkeeper appearance record for Germany

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 5:41 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Manuel Neuer equals World Cup goalkeeper appearance record for Germany

Summary

Manuel Neuer has equalized the World Cup appearance record for goalkeepers with his 20th match during Germany's Group E match against Curaçao on June 14, 2026. Returning from retirement, the 40-year-old Bayern Munich goalkeeper matched Hugo Lloris’ record across five tournaments since his debut in 2010. Neuer was recalled by coach Julian Nagelsmann for this World Cup after retiring following Germany's quarter-final exit at Euro 2024. He has the opportunity to take sole possession of the record in Germany's next match against Ivory Coast, scheduled for Saturday. Neuer achieved this milestone while earning his 125th cap for the national team.

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By the Numbers

•Neuer matches Lloris for World Cup appearances at 20.
•He returned from international retirement for this World Cup.
•Neuer's next match could set a new record for goalkeepers.
•He earned his 125th cap in the match against Curaçao.
•Germany’s next match is against Ivory Coast on Saturday.

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5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Returning Neuer equals goalkeeper appearance record at World Cup

What they're saying

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Germany's Manuel Neuer came out of international retirement to equal the World Cup appearance record for goalkeepers on Sunday. Bayern Munich's Neuer, 40, drew level with former France great Hugo Lloris with a 20th match over five tournaments since a 2010 debut in Germany's match against Curaçao.
— Yahoo Sports

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