"According to WhoScored, as captured by @iMiaSanMia, Neuer played 18 successful long balls against PSG, and a whopping 41 in total. Both are apparently records for a single player so far in this season's Champions League. Not a goalkeeper, a PLAYER."
"While fans may have been more blown away by his ball handling and saves against Paris, the fact that he racked up numbers that not even the best passing midfielders in Europe have done so far, as a goalkeeper no less, is quite astonishing to say the least. Neuer is only five or so months away from his 40th birthday, and he proved once again that he can still deliver on the biggest stage."
Bayern Munich claimed a 2-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain despite being understaffed. Manuel Neuer, Bayern captain and goalkeeper, completed 18 successful long balls in the match and 41 in total, setting single-player Champions League season records. Those numbers exceeded many top passing midfielders in Europe and stood out because a goalkeeper produced them. Neuer also made crucial saves and displayed exceptional ball skills during the game. Neuer approached his 40th birthday and continued to perform at the highest level. His combined distribution and shot-stopping contributed directly to Bayern's victory.
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