""It doesn't have to be spectacular, it just has to be effective," Neuer explained for L'Équipe (as captured by @iMiaSanMia). "Many saves are overly theatrical, designed to make for a good photo. It's better to catch the ball and maintain possession than to concede a corner. You could then concede a goal, and the save will have been for nothing. The most important thing is effectiveness.""
"And in all seriousness, while Neuer plays ballsy and high-risk at times, there is a method to the madness. He has the audacity to venture where few other GKs would, but the payoff in fast transitions is usually worth it. And technically, those are not saves in the shot-stopping sense - they cut out the chance before it materializes."
Manuel Neuer defines a perfect save by effectiveness rather than spectacle. He emphasizes catching the ball and maintaining possession to avoid conceding corners that could lead to goals. Neuer criticizes overly theatrical saves made for photos that sacrifice match control. He combines flair with tactical intelligence, accepting high-risk actions because they often produce rapid transitions. Neuer frequently ventures out to cut out chances before they materialize, reducing the need for conventional shot-stopping while creating counterattacking opportunities and strong defensive outcomes.
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