The Legendary Rivalry of Neuer and Baumann

Two Goalkeepers, One Journey

Manuel Neuer and Oliver Baumann share a remarkable journey in professional football. Both athletes not only currently occupy the goalkeeper position but also transitioned from their hometown teams—Gelsenkirchen and Freiburg—to prominent Bundesliga clubs: Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim. Through their moves, they have built impressive legacies.

Leadership on the Field

Both Neuer and Baumann ascended to the roles of captains at their respective clubs and earned the distinction of being the first-choice keepers for the German national team. They are now on the brink of breaking an old Bundesliga record, with the potential to set a new milestone as well.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Neuer and Baumann have faced each other a total of 26 times in Bundesliga matches. The only goalkeeper duo with more encounters is the combination of Eike Immel and Uli Stein, who clashed 27 times.

Upcoming Milestones

Given their status as key players and team captains, the record is likely to be reached in the latter part of the 2025/26 season when Bayern Munich hosts Hoffenheim for their return fixture.

Persistent Careers Ahead

Currently, both goalkeepers are expected to continue competing in the Bundesliga next season. If they do, they will independently establish a new record for encounters.

Match Outcomes

In their previous 26 matches, Neuer has secured victory 18 times, while Baumann has achieved a mere four wins. The remaining four matches ended in draws.