Manuel Neuer equals Messi and Muller in Champions League appearance record
The Bayern Munich goalkeeper has reached 163 appearances in Europe's elite tournament.
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During Bayern Munich's 2-2 draw against Arsenal in the third round of the Champions League, goalkeeper Manuel Neuer reached a significant career milestone. The match marked his 163rd appearance in Europe's top club competition.
With this outing, the 40-year-old German keeper now shares third place on the all-time appearance list with Lionel Messi and his teammate Thomas Muller.
Only two players remain ahead of this trio in the record books: Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads with 183 appearances, and Iker Casillas, who tallied 177. Neuer has played seven times in the competition this season, keeping three clean sheets.