Why is Manuel Neuer not playing for Bayern Munich vs Viking in 2026-27 UEFA Champions League?

Manuel Neuer is out of Bayern Munich’s Champions League match at Viking with a foot problem, and Jonas Urbig will start in goal. Manuel Neuer will not be in goal for Bayern Munich in Tuesday’s Champions League match against Viking , and the reason is a foot problem rather than a sporting decision. The 40-year-old captain was unable to train in the days leading up to the trip to Norway, so Vincent Kompany has turned to Jonas Urbig for the league-phase fixture in Stavanger.