Taleb Okli, Vice President of the German Football Association and President of FC St. Pauli, has announced a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The reason for this decision is the circumstances surrounding the tournament's organization. This statement has caused a wide resonance in world football. Okli expressed his position, emphasizing his disagreement with the World Cup's organization. He noted that the boycott is a form of protest. The management of FC St. Pauli supported their president's decision. This event could affect the preparation of the German national team for the tournament.
