Manuel Neuer, the goalkeeper of Bayern Munich, expressed his happiness about participating in the new edition of the Club World Cup taking place in the United States, confirming that the tournament has a special character.

Neuer said: "Participating in the Club World Cup is something special; there are teams that could not play in this tournament, and that is painful for them. They may have wanted to be here and participate as well, and it is good that the tournament will be held every four years instead of every year."

The German goalkeeper continued his remarks about the new tournament system, saying: "It is difficult to judge the new system because it is being implemented for the first time, but over time we will see its authenticity and true value."

Regarding his team's match against Auckland City, Neuer said: "We are very much looking forward to participating in this tournament, and we are well aware of what awaits us; it is wonderful to be here."

Bayern Munich is preparing to compete in the World Cup with great ambitions to compensate for its European failure after failing to qualify for the Champions League final held in Munich, which was won by Paris Saint-Germain.