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Manuel Neuer Turns 40: Buffon Urges Retirement, Coach Praises Legacy

3/28/2026

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Manuel Neuer, the German goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, turns 40 today, prompting reflections on his career.
Gianluigi Buffon, the Italian goalkeeper, advised Neuer to take retirement, noting he played until 45 and urging him to listen to himself.
Felix Magath, the German coach, praised Neuer, comparing him with Messi and Ronaldo.
Neuer has 590 appearances for Bayern Munich and won the 2014 World Cup title.

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Manuel Neuer, the German goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, turns 40 today, prompting reflections on his career.
Gianluigi Buffon, the Italian goalkeeper, advised Neuer to take retirement, noting he played until 45 and urging him to listen to himself.
Felix Magath, the German coach, praised Neuer, comparing him with Messi and Ronaldo.
Neuer has 590 appearances for Bayern Munich and won the 2014 World Cup title.