German club Werder Bremen have cancelled a trip to the USA, citing concerns over "unrest" following a government immigration crackdown that left two people dead. A Werder spokesman told BBC Sport the Trump administration's crackdown was among "sporting, economic and political reasons" that led to the club abandoning their plans. "Playing in a city where there is unrest and people have been shot does not fit with our values," he said. Werder's struggles in the Bundesliga, where they are battling to avoid relegation, were also a factor, the spokesman added. "We are currently facing a very challenging sporting situation, which also makes planning such a trip difficult," he said.

Source: Metro February 20, 2026 18:47 UTC