Germany’s Neuer, the man who has done it before

Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will be hoping to lead Germany to their second FIFA World Cup title of his career after helping the Europeans capture football's biggest prize in 2014.

While Neuer did not have the best start on his way back to the Germany starting line-up after Curaçao, a country of 100,000, the smallest at the World Cup, got one past him, the 7-1 win his side later enjoyed suggests the keeper has something to work with.

Neuer, who is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world, 

was instrumental in Germany's triumphant 2014 campaign in Brazil, starting all seven matches and winning the Golden Glove award after recording the most clean sheets at the tournament.

Germany secured the title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final, with Mario Götze scoring the decisive goal in extra time.

Neuer's influence during that tournament extended far beyond his goalkeeping duties. His ability to initiate attacks and distribute the ball effectively made him one of Germany's most important players. 

Since making his international debut in 2009, Neuer has gone on to establish himself as one of Germany's greatest ever goalkeepers, earning 124 caps for his country, while consistently performig at the highest level.

The Bayern Munich star brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the German squad and will once again be counted on to provide stability at the back during the tournament.

Germany and Curaçao are joined in Group E by Ecuador and Ivory Coast.