Manuel Neuer will lead the German goal in the World Cup at 40 years old

The experienced goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has been chosen to lead the German national team's goal in the upcoming World Cup, despite being 40 years old. His call-up leaves out Ter Stegen, who has been dealing with a series of injuries that have prevented his participation. Neuer, after overcoming back problems and surgery, returns to the national team at a crucial moment.

A debated decision

The coach Julian Nagelsmann explained that, after intense deliberations, it was decided that the three best goalkeepers in Germany should be on the World Cup squad. Neuer was contacted and is planned to be the starting goalkeeper in the competition, showcasing his quality and experience.

Call-up and surprises

Alongside Neuer, other regulars have been called up like Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Jamal Musiala, and Florian Wirtz. However, there are also surprises such as midfielder Nadiem Amiri and newcomers like the young attacking midfielder Lennart Karl. The list includes established talent and new promises looking to shine in the tournament.

Solid defense and novelties

The German defense will feature players like Kimmich, Jonathan Tah, Nico Schlotterbeck, and David Raum, all summoned for the World Cup. Antonio Rüdiger is on the list, although he is expected to have a secondary role. The presence of players like Musiala, still in the recovery process, raises expectations within the technical team, who trust in his quality and contribution to the group.

Full squad and variety of options

The German World Cup squad includes goalkeepers like Oliver Baumann, defenders like Rüdiger and Schlotterbeck, midfielders like Goretzka and Amiri, and forwards like Havertz and Sané, among others. Coach Nagelsmann seeks to balance experience and youth in a squad that aims to compete at the highest level in international competition.

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