Manuel Neuer to Miss German Cup Final, World Cup Spot Safe

Manuel Neuer will miss the German Cup final because of a calf injury. Sporting director Max Eberl assures his place in Germany's World Cup squad is not at risk. The injury is a calf problem that prevents him from being available for the final. The match is the German Cup final, a key fixture for Bayern Munich. Bayern Munich will be without their first‑choice goalkeeper for the final. The team will rely on its squad depth to cover the position. Max Eberl, Bayern's sporting director, emphasized that the injury does not jeopardise Neuer's role in Germany's World Cup squad. He expects Neuer to recover in time for the tournament. Germany will head to the World Cup with Neuer likely to retain his starting position. The national team coach will assess his fitness closer to the tournament. The upcoming final will proceed without Neuer, while his focus shifts to rehabilitation ahead of the World Cup. Bayern and Germany will monitor his progress closely.