Germany sit out FIFA Under-15 World Cup as Russia return
Germany is one a handful of FIFA's 211 nations to refuse an invitation to play at the inaugural under-15 World Cup.
DW reports: Germany is one a handful of FIFA's 211 nations to refuse an invitation to play at the inaugural under-15 World Cup.
The tournament will also mark Russia's return to the FIFA fold.
This sports story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include FIFA Under-, World Cup and Russia.
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