Manuel Neuer was slammed by former Germany goalkeeper Sepp Maier for his performance in the 2-1 loss to Ecuador at the World Cup on Thursday.
What happened?
Maier felt Neuer should have reacted quicker for Ecuador's winner.
Neuer, 40, came out of international retirement for the tournament but has looked shaky at times.
Why it matters for Manuel Neuer
The 2014 World Cup winner's side were already through to the last 32, but Maier's criticism has sparked debate about Neuer's form.
Sepp Maier, who helped Germany lift the 1974 World Cup, told Sport1 that Neuer needs to take a good look at himself.
What comes next?
Fellow former Germany goalkeeper Timo Hildebrand defended Neuer, saying those nitpicking had missed mistakes by other Germany players in the build-up to the goal.
Hildebrand, who had seven caps from 2004-07, said he could not understand headlines about a "goalkeeping blunder" or "goalkeeping error" by Neuer.
Neuer's performance will be under scrutiny as Germany progresses in the tournament.
The whole team was alarmingly weak, according to Maier, who felt Neuer should have come out to meet the ball sooner.
Maier told Sport1 that a goalkeeper of Neuer's calibre needs to be more proactive in situations like that.
Neuer's side finished the group stage with a 2-1 loss to Ecuador, but are still through to the last 32.
Hildebrand said on Instagram that everyone is looking for someone to blame again.
He added that he could not understand why Neuer was being singled out for criticism.
Neuer's experience and skill will be crucial for Germany as they move forward in the tournament.
The debate about Neuer's form will continue, with some defending his performance and others criticizing his mistakes.
Maier's comments have sparked a lively discussion about Neuer's role in the team.
Neuer's performance on Thursday has been scrutinized, with some feeling he should have done more to prevent Ecuador's winner.
The Germany team will need to regroup and refocus as they prepare for their next match.
Neuer's experience and leadership will be important for the team as they move forward.
The World Cup is a high-pressure tournament, and Neuer's performance will be under intense scrutiny.
Maier's criticism has added to the pressure on Neuer, but he remains a key player for Germany.
The team's performance in the tournament will depend on many factors, including Neuer's form.
Neuer's ability to perform under pressure will be tested in the upcoming matches.
The Germany team will need to work together to achieve success in the tournament.
Neuer's role in the team is important, and his performance will be closely watched.
The World Cup is a challenging tournament, and Neuer's experience will be valuable for Germany.
Neuer's performance on Thursday was disappointing, but he remains a skilled and experienced goalkeeper.
The debate about Neuer's form will continue, with some defending his performance and others criticizing his mistakes.
The Germany team will need to regroup and refocus as they prepare for their next match.
Neuer's experience and leadership will be important for the team as they move forward.
The World Cup is a high-pressure tournament, and Neuer's performance will be under intense scrutiny.
Maier's criticism has added to the pressure on Neuer, but he remains a key player for Germany.
The team's performance in the tournament will depend on many factors, including Neuer's form.
Neuer's ability to perform under pressure will be tested in the upcoming matches.
The Germany team will need to work together to achieve success in the tournament.
Neuer's role in the team is important, and his performance will be closely watched.
The World Cup is a challenging tournament, and Neuer's experience will be valuable for Germany.
Neuer's performance on Thursday was disappointing, but he remains a skilled and experienced goalkeeper.