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Pepe Reina gets 1st start for Bayern Munich, makes history

Reuters

Pepe Reina has taken his place in the Bundesliga history books.

The Spanish goalkeeper made his first start for Bayern Munich on Saturday, giving incumbent Manuel Neuer a rare break for the contest against Werder Bremen.

In the process, the 32-year-old, who had not played a competitive match for club or country since the 2014 World Cup, became the first Spanish shot-stopper to ever start a contest in the top flight of German football.

In addition, Reina added his name to an exclusive list of players, becoming only the ninth footballer - and first 'keeper - to play at least one match in each of Europe's top four leagues (Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga and Serie A).

Welcome to the club. The air is thin.

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