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What Keeps Neuer Ahead?
39 y/o Neuer is still outworking the next generation
39 years old. 11 league titles. Still the last one off the pitch.
That’s not just training - that’s a mentality.
And it’s why Neuer keeps setting the standard.

Eric Dier recently revealed that during his time at Bayern, the day before a game, training would finish and players would start taking shots at goal.
But Neuer was still in goal, fully focused and refusing to step away.
Most first-choice goalkeepers Dier has worked with would be long gone by then, already on their way home.

But 39-year-old Neuer?
After 11 Bundesliga titles, he’s still pushing himself, still chasing that extra edge and setting the standard.
A reminder that true greatness isn’t about talent alone …
It’s about showing up and doing the extras every day, even when the spotlight isn’t on you.
Stay Effective! 🔴
your Train Effective Team