Neuer becomes first German goalkeeper to reach a century of international appearances

Germany's 7-1 win over Latvia was a special occasion for goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who became first German shot-stopper to reach 100 international appearances. Bayern Munich superstar has been a constant between sticks over years for Joachim Low, and is expected to remain so in upcoming European Championship and FIFA World Cup next year. 35-year-old has etched his name in Die Manchast's record books and will hope to yet ar international silverware to his name at Euro 2020. 

Manuel Neuer becomes first GK to make 100 appearances for Germany football team 

Manuel Neuer received a guard of hour by his teammates after he earned his 100th cap for Germany against Latvia. Neuer h me his debut against United Arab Emirates way back in 2009 and has remained first choice ever since, and lifted 2014 World Cup. w captain of side, Bayern Munich star donned a special pair of '100' gloves to mark occasion.

gloves also h his major hours and years of his international career so far (2009 to 2021) listed on strap. keeper for men's Germany football team h reached a century of appearances, with 1970s superstar Sepp Maier coming close with 95 caps. Neuer is expected to be first-choice for Germany's Euro 2020 bid, with Kevin Trapp and Arsenal's Bernd Le also in squ. Germans will hope for a "Last Dance" with Joachm Low, who will step down following tournament, with Hansi Flick set to takeover. 

Manuel Neuer international career

Manuel Neuer has been an inspirational figure in German football, and one could safely say that he is one of finest keepers of his generation. 35-year-old has been a constant for Bayern Munich over years and has replicated his form at international circuit for Germany. Neuer was part of Germany's U-21 squ that lifted European Championships in 2009 and me cut to senior squ as first choice goalkeeper for 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Neuer was credited with modernising sweeper-keeper style and played every minute at Euro 2012 and following 2014 FIFA World Cup. Die Mannschaft lifted latter, with Neuer winning golden glove, making him second German after Oliver Kahn to win award. Neuer assumed captaincy after retirement of Bastian Schweinsteiger and will hope to make a claim for Euro 2020 title this time around. 

Germany fixtures Euro 2020

• Wednesday 16 June: France vs Germany (12:30 AM, Munich)
• Saturday 19 June: Portugal vs Germany (9:30 PM, Munich)
• Thursday 24 June: Germany vs Hungary (12:30 AM, Munich)

(Im Courtesy: Germany Twitter)