"Following the less than ideal performances of the German national team, there has been quite some buzz about Manuel Neuer potentially walking back on his international retirement. As one of the biggest flaws of the national team have been linked to lack of leadership, it is only natural that Neuer, who has more national team experience than the entire rest of the team combined, would be welcomed with open arms."
"However, Neuer himself put an end to those rumors after the 5-0 home win against Hamburger SV. When asked about the topic, Neuer said "The fact is that I've decided not to play for the national team anymore." And to the follow-up question about whether the decision was definitive, he replied with a simple "yes." This leaves the goalkeeper race in the national team wide open. With Marc-André ter Stegen injured, Oliver Baumann is currently the No. 1, and is doing a decent job. However, it remains to be seen if he will maintain his spot permanently. Of course, this does not have mean that the door is completely shut - Neuer's old teammate Toni Kroos, for instance, came out of retirement for one last hurrah with the national team. However, as of now, one can safely assume that Neuer will not be wearing the federal eagle on his chest any time soon."
Manuel Neuer stated he decided not to play for the national team anymore and confirmed the decision as definitive. Germany's recent underperformance and perceived leadership void fueled talk of a Neuer return. With Marc-André ter Stegen injured, Oliver Baumann is serving as the current No. 1 and has delivered decent performances, but his long-term hold is uncertain. Toni Kroos returned from retirement once for a final stint, showing comebacks are possible for others. Bayern Munich crushed Hamburger SV 5-0, dominating from the start and fielding the expected starting XI. The national team goalkeeper succession remains unresolved.
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