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Neuer praises Baumann ahead of Germany's match against Ivory Coast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 4:26 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Neuer praises Baumann ahead of Germany's match against Ivory Coast

Summary

Manuel Neuer expressed a strong bond with Oliver Baumann during a news conference on June 19, 2026. Neuer's return to the national team has meant Baumann, a starter during World Cup qualifiers, is now a backup. The two goalkeepers discussed their situation together, fostering a supportive relationship. Neuer also highlighted Jonas Urbig's promising future at Bayern Munich. Germany opened the World Cup tournament with a 7-1 victory over Curaçao and is now set to face Ivory Coast next.

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Key Details

•Neuer and Baumann discussed their roles at the World Cup.
•Neuer praised Urbig's potential as a future goalkeeper.
•Germany defeated Curaçao 7-1 in their opening match.
•The team will face Ivory Coast next on June 21.

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4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Neuer: Very good relationship with Baumann after much-talked comeback

What they're saying

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Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said he has a "very good relationship" with Oliver Baumann after his comeback to the national team forced the later to be demoted. Neuer retired after Euro 2024 and Hoffenheim's Baumann eventually took the position between the posts and played as the starter during the World Cup qualifiers.
— Yahoo Sports

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