Manuel Neuer and his wife Anika are separating following the birth of their second child in August, German outlet Bild reported on November 14.
The Second Separation for the Bayern Captain
The marriage between the German international goalkeeper and the handball player has ended shortly after the arrival of their son in late August, according to Bild. Representatives for Neuer declined to comment on the separation, while the player’s media office cited personal and family privacy in maintaining silence. Anika also offered no response to inquiries regarding the split.
The couple married in a secret civil ceremony at the Tegernsee town hall in November 2023 with only a small circle of guests in attendance. This development marks the second high-profile marriage to end for the World Cup winner, whose previous relationship with Kathrin Gilhhuber concluded following the 2014 tournament in Brazil. Neuer subsequently married equestrian Nina Neuer in 2017 before their divorce was finalized in 2020.
A Timeline of High-Profile Relationships and Career Milestones
Four months after his first divorce, Neuer began a relationship with Anika, which drew considerable media attention due to a 15-year age gap. Observers frequently noted striking physical similarities between Neuer’s second wife and his previous partner, Nina. The couple moved in together at Neuer’s residence before formalizing their union three years later.
| Milestone / Event | Year | Context |
|---|---|---|
| World Cup Victory | 2014 | Secured Germany’s fourth title in Brazil |
| First Marriage | 2017 | Married Nina; ended in divorce in 2020 |
| Second Marriage | 2023 | Wed Anika in a private Tegernsee ceremony |
On the pitch, the veteran goalkeeper has faced mounting physical challenges due to recurring injuries. Since arriving at FC Bayern Munich in 2011, Neuer has claimed eleven consecutive Bundesliga titles and lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy twice, alongside two German Footballer of the Year awards.
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