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German FA Rules Out 2026 World Cup Boycott After Internal Calls to Protest U.S. Policies

Leaders signaled they will handle dissent internally rather than mount a public protest.

Overview

  • The German federation said its executive committee discussed the idea and concluded a boycott is not under consideration.
  • Vice president Oke Göttlich had urged a serious debate on a boycott over President Donald Trump’s policies, drawing a public reminder that such political discussions should remain in-house.
  • France’s sports minister, Marina Ferrari, stated the government does not intend to boycott the tournament.
  • Reporting from The Guardian indicated more than 20 European federations had explored the possibility of a coordinated protest without adopting one.
  • The event is set for June 11–July 19 in the United States, Canada and Mexico, as fans also raise concerns about high ticket prices and U.S. travel restrictions.