SportsGermany sits out FIFA Under-15 World Cup as Russia returns

Germany is among 22 nations refusing invitations to FIFA’s inaugural Under-15 boys’ World Cup in Azerbaijan, where Russia will return to FIFA competition. The German FA said youth development is still underway and it does not consider a fixed squad appropriate at this age, citing concerns about exposing young players too early to professional football’s pressure and public scrutiny.

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