Manuel Neuer Overtakes Messi and Müller

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has moved up to third place in UEFA Champions League history for the most appearances in the competition.

Operativ Media reports that the 40-year-old German goalkeeper started the Matchday 4 fixture of the main stage against Atletico. This was his 164th game in the Champions League.

As a result, Neuer has surpassed Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller in total appearances, with both players having featured in 164 matches in the tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list of all-time Champions League appearances with 183 matches, while Iker Casillas sits in second place with 177 games.