Manuel Neuer: This will be my last tournament for Germany
Short overview
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has announced that the current tournament will be his last for the national team, ruling out participation in the next European Championship in two years.
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has confirmed that the ongoing tournament will be his final appearance for the national team. In a statement, Neuer said: “This will be my LAST tournament for Germany, I don't plan to participate in the Euros in two years.”
He added: “I want to look forward to every match and not think about the farewell or the potential last game.”
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