UEFA expected to vote to suspend Israel
UEFA’s 20‑member executive committee is reportedly moving toward a vote to suspend Israel from international soccer competitions over the war in Gaza; a suspension would bar the Israeli national team and club sides from tournaments — including potential participation in the 2026 World Cup — prompting the U.S. State Department to say it will try to stop any ban. The Israel Football Association denies having any indication of such action as Israeli officials lobby to block the move.
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European soccer league expected to vote on suspending Israel over war in Gaza: report
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- UEFA’s executive committee has 20 members and a majority is reported to support a suspension of Israel from international play.
- A suspension would prevent Israeli national and club teams from participating in international competitions, including next year’s World Cup (2026).
- The Israel Football Association told Fox News it has 'no indication' of a pending suspension; Israeli officials including Miki Zohar and PM Benjamin Netanyahu are working to block efforts.
- The U.S. State Department said it will work to stop efforts that would ban Israel from the World Cup; the PFA earlier proposed sanctions to 211 federations and FIFA previously sought independent legal counsel.