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German soccer club cancel US trip amid concerns over ICE actions in Minnesota

February 20, 2026

Werder Bremen, a prominent German soccer club, has canceled its planned trip to the United States in May due to concerns about unrest in Minnesota following actions by U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The club cited economic risks and a conflict with their values as reasons for the decision.

German soccer club cancel US trip amid concerns over ICE actions in Minnesota

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Werder Bremen planned to play friendly matches in Minnesota and Detroit in May.
The cancellation is a response to unrest in Minnesota after ICE-related incidents.
The club expressed that the situation does not align with their values.
Economic risks were also a factor in their decision to cancel the trip.
Werder Bremen is one of the founding members of the Bundesliga.

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German soccer club cancel US trip amid concerns over ICE actions in Minnesota

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