Overview

• Neuer honed his reaction time with ambidextrous table tennis drills in Orlando, using two paddles to train both hands simultaneously.
• In the 4-2 quarterfinal win over Flamengo, he deflected a close-range shot with his right hand and punched it clear with his left, earning acclaim from teammates.
• Coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed Neuer as Bayern’s number one in Atlanta and tasked him with guiding the team into the final.
• Sporting director Max Eberl said these performances prove the wisdom of Bayern’s February move to keep Neuer under contract until June 2026.
• Bayern will face Paris Saint-Germain in Saturday’s semifinal in Atlanta, renewing their rivalry from the 2020 Champions League final.