Why Sports and Politics Must Remain Separate

Moreover, a team’s internal cohesion can be fractured by differing political views among its members. A team's success is built on mutual trust, shared goals, and a unified purpose. If athletes on the same team hold fundamentally opposed political beliefs, it can create tension, distrust, and animosity in the locker room. This internal conflict can undermine on-field performance and ultimately jeopardize the team’s ability to work together effectively, proving that politics can be a divisive force even within the smallest units of sport.