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Müller criticizes Nagelsmann's communication on Neuer's World Cup return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:25 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Müller criticizes Nagelsmann's communication on Neuer's World Cup return

Summary

Thomas Müller expressed his support for Manuel Neuer's return to Germany's national team ahead of the World Cup starting June 11. While welcoming Neuer back, Müller stated that coach Julian Nagelsmann's communication regarding Neuer's status was 'questionable.' Neuer, who missed two warm-up matches due to a calf injury, has been named the starting goalkeeper. Müller acknowledged Neuer's skills but also mentioned that Oliver Baumann is capable if Neuer cannot play. Looking ahead, Müller believes Germany has the potential to compete against top-tier teams despite not being at their peak.

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Status Watch

•Müller commented on Neuer's return ahead of the World Cup.
•Nagelsmann's communication about Neuer's role drew criticism.
•Neuer missed two warm-up games due to injury but has resumed training.
•Germany's first match is against Curaçao on June 11.
•Müller believes the team can compete against top-tier opposition.

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12:25 PMYahoo Sports — Müller criticises 'questionalble' communication in Neuer return

What they're saying

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Former Germany star Thomas Müller has welcomed the return of goalkeeper Manuel Neuer into the team for the World Cup but said that coach Julian Nagelsmann could have communicated the issue in a better way. "The debate naturally got heated because the way it was communicated was questionable,” Müller told the ran portal in an interview published on Tuesday.
— Yahoo Sports

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