Overview

• Manuel Neuer said he will not play for Germany again, confirming a definitive no after Bayern’s 5–0 win over Hamburg.
• Neuer added he had not discussed a comeback with his agent, who had earlier suggested a return could be possible if asked.
• Julian Nagelsmann has designated Oliver Baumann as Germany’s starting goalkeeper for six World Cup qualifiers through November.
• Nagelsmann has stated he would turn to Marc-André ter Stegen if the Barcelona goalkeeper regains fitness and match practice.
• Baumann’s handling error in Hoffenheim’s 4–2 win at Union Berlin led to a goal for Ilyas Ansah, yet coach Christian Ilzer publicly backed him.