Rudi Völler, DFB, FIFA
30 May 2026
Rudi Völler called for stricter FIFA rules on players switching national teams, saying current eligibility rules undermine international football. The DFB sporting director wants players to choose their country by age 18.
Völler criticised late switches after federations invest in youth development, citing cases where players come through one system before choosing another senior team. His comments follow renewed debate around dual-national players before the World Cup.