10 amazing facts you didn't know about Manuel Neuer

Hes widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world, has conceded just four goals in the World Cup and will be in charge of keeping Messi & co. at bay in the competitions finals today. It isnt easy being a goalkeeper but Manuel Neuer certainly makes it look so. The youngster is a pretty interesting person and enjoys a wonderful life off the pitch. If you dont know about his personal life then do enlighten yourself with these awesome Manuel Neuer facts.

#1 Football is his life

The German giant absolutely loves the game. He first kicked a football at the tender age of two and spent most of his spare time playing football with his brother Marcel. The shot stopper played his first competitive match when he was 4 years and 341 days old.