Bayern’s Olise addresses role, Real Madrid deny contact
Joshua Kimmich praised Julian Nagelsmann’s triple change after Germany’s 2-1 comeback against Côte d'Ivoire, highlighting the decisive impacts of Deniz Undav, Nadiem Amiri, Antonio Rüdiger, Jamie Leweling and Leon Goretzka, with Amiri assisting Undav for the equaliser before Undav netted the late winner.
Manuel Neuer wore special 'Legacy' and 'Golden Gloves' patches in Germany’s second group-stage match against Côte d’Ivoire at the 2026 World Cup.
Real Madrid state they have had no contact over Bayern winger Michael Olise after reports of a bid of more than €200m, stressing respect for Bayern and that any interest would be club-to-club.
Bayern’s Michael Olise says he feels most natural as a number 10, preferring a central, freer role despite often playing as a right winger for club and France.
Bayern and Germany captain Manuel Neuer will make his 21st World Cup appearance vs Côte d’Ivoire, surpassing Hugo Lloris for the goalkeeper record.
