A senior German Football Association (DFB) official has said it is time to begin serious discussions about a possible boycott of the 2026 World Cup following recent actions by United States President Donald Trump. Tensions between the US and several European countries have risen after President Trump threatened to acquire Greenland, which Denmark controls. He also warned of imposing tariffs on eight European nations, including Germany, that opposed the move. We need to have this discussion.”Germany has previously been involved in disputes with FIFA over political expression at major tournaments. At the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, FIFA warned players they could be booked for wearing the OneLove armband, which was intended to promote diversity and inclusion.

Source: Punch January 24, 2026 19:26 UTC