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Oliver Kahn: Manuel Neuer doesnât need another World Cup
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Oliver Kahn suggests that Manuel Neuer should consider retiring after this season, emphasizing that he doesn't need another World Cup. Kahn believes Neuer could cap off his career by winning more trophies with Bayern Munich instead.
MUNICH, GERMANY - MAY 18: Oliver Kahn talks to Manuel Neuer of Bayern Munich following the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Muenchen and Eintracht Frankfurt at Allianz Arena on May 18, 2019 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Bongarts/Getty Images) | Bongarts/Getty Images
Is this the season Bayern Munichâs Manuel Neuer rides off into the sunset? WellâŠif you ask club legend Oliver Kahn, there might not be a better time. And there might not be any need to try to cap it off with a World Cup trophy, either.
âIsnât now the perfect time to win all trophies with Bayern one last time and then retire at the very highest point possible?â Kahn mused for Sky (as captured by as captured by @iMiaSanMia). âDo I really need another World Cup in the USA with over 40 degrees in the shade? Do I have to put myself through that?
âI think those are the thoughts heâs having right now. If he wins the Champions League again with Bayern, that would be his third title. Heâs already a World Champion. Then it would be smart to say: âThatâs it.â â Thatâs quite an art for an athlete.â
That Oli sure has some great suggestions when it comes to Bayern players not playing in the World Cup, doesnât he? Time will tell, though, if Neuer does indeed feel it is time to hang âem up.
Naturally, this again begs the question: would Kahn heed his own advice?
If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on Acast, Spotify, Apple, or any leading podcast distributorâŠ
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Q&A
Why does Oliver Kahn think Manuel Neuer shouldn't pursue another World Cup?
Oliver Kahn believes Neuer has already achieved enough in his career and that he should focus on winning more trophies with Bayern Munich instead of enduring another World Cup experience.
What trophies could Manuel Neuer win with Bayern Munich this season?
This season, Manuel Neuer could potentially win the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and the UEFA Champions League with Bayern Munich.
What did Oliver Kahn say about Manuel Neuer's retirement plans?
Oliver Kahn suggested that it might be the perfect time for Neuer to retire after winning all trophies with Bayern, highlighting the importance of ending his career at a high point.
