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World Cup boycott? German government won't intervene

January 26, 2026

The German government has stated it will not participate in discussions regarding a potential boycott of the upcoming summer World Cup in the U. S., Mexico, and Canada. State Minister for Sport Christiane Schenderlein emphasized that such decisions should be made by the relevant sports associations rather than politicians.

World Cup boycott? German government won't intervene

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The German government will not intervene in the World Cup boycott debate.
State Minister for Sport Christiane Schenderlein made the announcement.
Schenderlein stated that decisions on participation or boycott are the responsibility of sports associations.
The statement pertains to the 2026 World Cup in the U. S., Mexico, and Canada.

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