The German Football Association (DFB) issued a statement on 15 March 2023, announcing that an official had expressed that a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup should be explored. The call follows a series of concerns raised about the policies implemented during the tenure of former U.S. President Donald Trump, who held office from 2017 to 2021.The official, speaking at a press briefing in Berlin, highlighted that the decision would be based on the perceived impact of those policies on the sporting event, which is scheduled to be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. They added that further analysis would be conducted to assess the feasibility and implications of a boycott, and that the opinion represented the viewpoint of one member of the DFB, not an official mandate._2_In the briefing, the DFB official noted that the 2026 World Cup would be the largest tournament ever, with 48 national teams and an estimated 1.5 million visitors visiting the host cities worldwide. The evidence cited included policy decisions enacted by the Trump administration that were considered to have broader social and political ramifications, which the official felt could affect the character of the event. The stance was framed as a precautionary approach to ensure that the tournament’s values remain aligned with international football norms._3_The DFB has no precedent for boycotting an international event, and no formal declaration or official decision has yet been announced. The statement was framed as an open invitation to dialogue with stakeholders, including FIFA, the United States Soccer Federation, and other national football associations. According to the DFB spokesperson, all stakeholders will be consulted to determine whether a boycott would be appropriate in light of evolving circumstances and the political environment surrounding the host nations. The official emphasized collaboration over confrontation, indicating that the DFB remains committed to supporting the development of international football and preserving the integrity of the World Cup tournament.