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Doha clears UK activist Andy Hall of defamation over migrant rights case
A Doha court overturned the 2022 defamation conviction of British activist Andy Hall, clearing him of charges linked to his advocacy for migrant workers’ rights ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
Clashes at pro-Palestinian march against Italy vs Israel FIFA World Cup qualifier
Football cannot solve conflict but carries message of peace, says FIFA's Infantino
Israel's role in world football should be decided by UEFA, says Montagliani
UEFA has no plans to expel Israel, confirms the soccer union
Despite political pressure from multiple countries to ban Israeli from UEFA and FIFA, Israel remains in the game.
Israel's refusal to be annihilated shouldn't lead to becoming a boycotted sports pariah - editorial
Calls to ban Israeli teams from European competitions equate Israel with Russia, risking sport becoming a battlefield for politics instead of unity.
Israel, Trump admin working to block UEFA from banning Israel from European soccer
A majority of UEFA member states are currently in favor of suspending the Jewish state, according to sources cited by The Times.
FIFA 2026 world cup draws over 1.5 million ticket requests in 24 hours
Fans registered in the Visa Pre‑Sale Draw, a lottery‑style application that gave applicants a chance to buy tickets during the first phase of sales for the largest edition in World Cup history.
What can the Israel team expect if it reaches the FIFA World Cup 2026?
‘Game Over Israel’ campaign seeks to bench Israeli soccer players, teams on global stage
International soccer fan groups are seeking to have Israel's national team barred from participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Israel's soccer team loses 5-4 to Italy in close-fought FIFA World Cup qualifier
Israel scored four goals but fell to Italy in a nine-goal clash in Hungary. The defeat drops Israel to third, with crucial matches vs. Norway and Italy ahead.
Israel defeats host Estonia 3-1, dedicates win to soldiers
Both sides had chances early on, but it was Estonia who would find the back of the goal first as Mattias Kait beat Bayern Munich’s keeper Daniel Peretz for a 1-0 lead in the 31st minute.
The Beautiful Game, the Israeli Way
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A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Norway requests FIFA investigate Israel before World Cup
The Norwegian Football Federation president said she stands behind her government's call to end the war in Gaza.
