Neuer equals Messi in the Champions League

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer continued to make history in the Champions League, equaling Lionel Messi's record for most starts for a single club in the competition . Neuer made his 136th Champions League start for Bayern in their match against Real Madrid, matching Messi's record set with Barcelona. This achievement reflects Neuer's exceptional consistency and high level of performance over many years . The veteran goalkeeper didn't stop at this record, playing a key role in his team's valuable 2-1 away victory at the Santiago Bernabéu in the first leg of the 2025-2026 quarter-finals .  With this win, Bayern Munich have one foot in the semi-finals ahead of the return leg on April 15th, while Real Madrid's hopes of a comeback remain alive.