Neuer on track for World Cup after injury against Köln

Jun 7, 2026

Manuel Neuer's injury on the final Bundesliga matchday against your team has become a major World Cup storyline. The Bayern Munich goalkeeper went down in that season-ending clash with FC Köln, sparking a race against time to be fit for Germany's opener. National team coach Julian Nagelsmann has now confirmed Neuer will start training next week and expects him ready to face Curaçao in the tournament's first match (1).

Sources

1. bavarianfootballworks.com — Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann confirms Manuel Neuer will be back for World Cup opener

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