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Werder Bremen Cancels U.S. Trip Amid Minnesota Unrest

2/20/2026

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Werder Bremen has canceled its planned U.S. trip, which would have included friendly matches in Minnesota and Detroit.
The cancellation followed unrest in Minnesota and concerns after two citizens were shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
A club spokesperson said playing in a city with unrest would contradict the team's values.
The team remains 16th in the Bundesliga, complicating planning for future trips.

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Werder Bremen has canceled its planned U.S. trip, which would have included friendly matches in Minnesota and Detroit.
The cancellation followed unrest in Minnesota and concerns after two citizens were shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
A club spokesperson said playing in a city with unrest would contradict the team's values.
The team remains 16th in the Bundesliga, complicating planning for future trips.