Manuel Neuer sets new record with World Cup start against Paraguay
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 7:53 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Manuel Neuer is making his 23rd World Cup start for Germany against Paraguay in a round of 32 match today. This appearance breaks the previous national record of 22 starts, held by Lothar Matthäus and Miroslav Klose. The 40-year-old goalkeeper also earns his 129th cap for the national team, placing him fifth on Germany's all-time appearance list. Neuer's milestone comes during a significant knockout stage, as Germany seeks to advance further in the tournament.
- •Neuer starts for Germany against Paraguay
- •Breaks national record for World Cup starts
- •Earns 129th cap, fifth on all-time list
- •Match is part of the World Cup round of 32
- •Germany aims to progress in the tournament
- 7:53 PMYahoo Sports — Manuel Neuer breaks remarkable record with start against Paraguay
"Manuel Neuer is set to make his 23rd World Cup start when Germany face Paraguay in Monday’s round of 32 clash.In doing so, the 40-year-old will set a new national record for World Cup starts, moving...
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