Manuel neur

The 38-year-old Bayern Munich legend, who was capped 124 times for Germany, took to Instagram to confirm his decision, marking the end of an illustrious career with the national team.

"The day had to come at some point," Neuer wrote on Instagram. "Today my career with the German national team ends. Everyone who knows me knows that this decision wasn’t easy for me." His heartfelt post continued, "It was a great time which shaped me and of which I am very proud."