Hans-Joachim Watzke, President of the German Football League (DFL), has expressed his reservations about the upcoming FIFA World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Watzke conveyed his disappointment in the current social and political climate, stating, “I was really looking forward to it,” but added that he is “not exactly over the moon about it.” He acknowledged the criticisms directed at the administration of former US President Donald Trump, particularly concerning immigration policies and international conflicts. Despite calls for a boycott, Watzke encouraged focusing on the positive role of sports in uniting people across borders. He also assessed the German national team as a competitive group, noting, “We have a very decent team,” but did not consider them among the top favorites for the tournament.