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Manuel Neuer's Historic Gaffe in Bayern Munich's Champions League Win

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Adam Moha

16 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Manuel Neuer's costly pass led to the fastest Champions League goal against Bayern Munich, but the team still secured a win, with Neuer later praising himself for one of his actions.

Manuel Neuer's Historic Gaffe in Bayern Munich's Champions League Win
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Manuel Neuer's Historic Gaffe in Bayern Munich's Champions League Win

Blunder Costs Bayern Munich Early Lead

Manuel Neuer, captain of Bayern Munich, made a rare moment of self-criticism after a historic gaffe in their Champions League semi-final win over Real Madrid. Neuer handed the visitors the fastest lead in the club's Champions League history just 35 seconds in, gifting them a goal with a costly pass.

Arda Güler Makes History

Arda Güler scored the quickest ever Champions League goal against Bayern Munich after Neuer's costly pass. Despite the early setback, Bayern Munich managed to secure a dramatic win.

  • Bayern Munich won the Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid.
  • Arda Güler scored the fastest goal in Bayern Munich's Champions League history.
  • The goal was scored just 35 seconds into the game.
"What a blunder on my part!" - Manuel Neuer

Neuer's Self-Criticism and Praise

Despite criticizing his own performance, Neuer did single out one action of his own for praise. The Bayern Munich captain showed his ability to balance self-criticism with self-praise.

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