Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was subbed out at halftime and replaced by Jonas Urbig, but the early word was that Neuer’s removal was precautionary and “nothing too serious.”
Yeah…about that.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany admitted afterward that Neuer was removed due to — another — calf issue.
“He felt something in his calf. I don’t want to speculate, we’ll see,” said Kompany (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).
Neuer’s calf problem has lingered for weeks now, so it was very curious as to why
he was returning to play in a match where the Bavarians were a heavy favorite against a toothless Borussia Mönchengladbach squad. The Bavarians ultimately won 4-1, but the loss of Neuer could prove costly.
Just last week, Neuer suffered a setback in his attempted return and did not play vs. Borussia Dortmund. The goalkeeper’s return seemed very rushed for the Gladbach game.
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