Neuer moves into third place on Champions League appearance list

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Neuer has moved into sole possession of third place on the Champions League’s all-time appearance list after starting against Atletico Madrid in the fourth round of the league phase.

The match marked the 40-year-old German’s 164th appearance in the competition.

Neuer’s total takes him beyond Lionel Messi and Muller, who he had previously shared third place with.

Only Iker Casillas and Ronaldo have made more Champions League appearances. Ronaldo leads the standings with 183, while Casillas is second on 177.

Neuer is now 13 appearances behind Casillas and 19 behind record-holder Ronaldo.

The all-time Champions League appearance list is:

1. Ronaldo – 183 appearances
2. Iker Casillas – 177 appearances
3. Neuer – 164 appearances

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