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Top German Soccer Team Cancels Trip to Minneapolis, Citing Trump Immigration Crackdown

Werder Bremen cited political unrest, stricter US entry rules, and economic risks linked to their league position for cancelling their planned US tour in May.

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Bundesliga club Werder Bremen have cancelled plans for a US tour, including a match in protest-hit Minneapolis, due in part to "political reasons", a spokesperson told AFP on Saturday.

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Werder Bremen say it is not in line with their values to play in cities where people have been shot in the streets.

The German Bundesligi Club, "Americar", decided to cancel its tour of the United States and not hold a match because of the tough migration policy of President Donald Trump, which led to the tragedy of the shooting of people in Minneapolis, reported by Politico. In one of Germany's most-titled clubs, it was noted that a trip to Minnesota and a friendly fight in Minneapolis could also be threatened by stringent entry requirements.

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Politico broke the news in on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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