Published Leeds United forward Noah Okafor has decided not to play for Switzerland again under the leadership of head coach Murat Yakin. The 26-year-old announced his decision on Instagram, stating that it was due to a breakdown in trust with the coaching staff, rather than the limited playing time he has received. Okafor, who has earned 26 caps for Switzerland since his debut in 2019, played just 19 minutes during the World Cup, coming on as a substitute in their win over Algeria in the last-32 round. In his statement, Okafor emphasized that his decision was not about how much he played, but how he felt he was treated by the national team leadership. He wrote that certain events had deeply hurt him, including how his team reacted to minor mistakes he made far from the goal during the Algeria match. These experiences, he said, led him to reconsider his commitment to the national team under Yakin’s management. Okafor informed the Swiss Football Association (SFA) of his decision on Thursday. A spokesperson for the SFA told Reuters that they respected his choice and wished him success with his club, Leeds United. Okafor joined Leeds from AC Milan in August 2025 for £18 million, and the Swiss national team is set to play their next match on 26 September, traveling to North Macedonia for the opening game of the 2026-27 Nations League. Murat Yakin has been the head coach of Switzerland since August 2021, leading the team through various international competitions. His tenure has seen both progress and controversy, and Okafor’s decision adds another layer to the dynamics within the squad. While his departure may not affect Switzerland’s immediate plans, it highlights the challenges that national team managers face in maintaining player trust and cohesion.