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UEFA weighs action on Israel amid pressure from pro-Palestinian campaigners

Senior UEFA officials reportedly met with organizers of Game Over Israel as calls mount to suspend the Jewish state from international competitions

ynet | 12.01.25

Despite ceasefire, Israel faces renewed threat of expulsion from FIFA and UEFA competitions

Several European associations - including Ireland, Turkey, Slovenia and Norway - are promoting an initiative to suspend Israeli teams; The reason: Israeli clubs playing across the Green Line, and the failure to implement an anti-racism policy; Israeli chairman Shino Zuaretz is conducting urgent talks with the UEFA president to prevent vote; 'If it goes to a vote—the outcome is obvious'

Nadav Zenziper | 11.09.25

Piers Morgan slams ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa match

British journalist blasts 'ridiculous decision' and 'moral cowardice,' calling on club to boycott match over ban on Israeli fans as political backlash mounts in UK

Ynet | 10.18.25

UEFA president tells Israel European soccer league remains neutral on expulsion

Head of UEFA made it clear to the chairman of the Israeli association that, despite the various reports, the issue of expelling Israel's national team is not on the agenda at all; FIFA president also sent reassuring message

Nadav Zenziper | 10.03.25

Turkish soccer chief calls on FIFA, UEFA to ban Israel

Appeal comes as European soccer’s governing body, UEFA, prepares for an emergency vote next week on whether to suspend Israel from its tournaments; national federations have faced mounting political pressure after calls for action

Reuters | 09.26.25

UEFA to weigh expelling Israel from competitions as US vows to block move

Report says most European nations back suspension over Gaza campaign, citing Russia precedent; Israel scrambles diplomacy as Washington presses FIFA, with World Cup 2026 on horizon

Ynet | 09.25.25

UK lawmaker calls for boycott of Maccabi Tel Aviv match

Birmingham MP Ayoub Khan urges UEFA and Aston Villa to cancel Europa League match against Aston Villa, citing public safety concerns and Gaza war tensions: 'Boycott Maccabi Tel Aviv'

Ynet | 09.18.25

New York billboard campaign urges UEFA, FIFA to ban Israel from international soccer

The #GameOverIsrael campaign, backed by rights groups, pro-Palestinian activists, and former stars Gary Lineker and Eric Cantona, calls on UEFA and FIFA to suspend Israel from global soccer, citing Gaza war and sports infrastructure destruction

Daniel Edelson, New York | 09.17.25

שחקן נבחרת ישראל דולב חזיזה מול שחקן נבחרת איטליה אנדראה קמביאזו

Association of Italian coaches calls for Israel’s suspension from international competitions

Pressure to suspend Israeli sports from the international stage is mounting, this time with the Italian coaches' association (AIAC) sending a letter to the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) urging it to act 'on behalf of the Palestinian people'

Ynet sport | 08.20.25

UEFA blocks banners calling for return of hostage Rom Braslavski

Rom's brother Amit called the move 'hypocrisy and antisemitism,' noting the organization had allowed other humanitarian banners just a day earlier

Nadav Zenziper | 08.14.25

'Where were they on October 7?': UEFA banner with Gaza commentary sparks outrage in Israel

Israeli soccer officials condemn UEFA for displaying pro-Palestinian banner and featuring Palestinian children during European Super Cup, accusing body of ignoring October 7 massacre

Nadav Zenziper | 08.14.25

Israeli referee to become first transgender official in international soccer match

Sapir Berman is set to officiate a UEFA Women's U-17 Championship qualifier in Belfast between Northern Ireland and Montenegro

Nadav Tzanzifer | 03.13.25

Everything you need to know about UEFA Champions League format changes

Tournament will undergo significant format change for 2024/25 season, introducing new 36-team 'Swiss model' league phase

Ynetnews | 08.29.24

Israel's Nations League opener to be held behind closed doors amid security concerns

National soccer team set to face Belgium in fifth round of group stage; French authorities considering possibility of holding match behind closed doors as well due to security challenges

Ynetnews | 08.29.24

Cristiano Ronaldo to be honored by UEFA league for career achievements

Ronaldo has been the top scorer in a single UCL campaign on seven occasions and has won the Golden Boot seven times out of 18 participations

Ynetnews | 08.29.24