The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), which rules the sport in Europe, is on the way to a vote to suspend Israel about the war in Gaza, have told sources The corresponding press.
A majority of the 20-person executive committee of UEFA is expected to support every vote for suspending Israeli teams of international play, two sources told The corresponding press Provided anonymity due to the sensitivity of the subject.
The move comes two weeks before the Israeli men’s team has to resume 2026 World Cup qualifying group with games in Norway and Italy.
Israel is currently in group I of FIFA World Cup qualifications from 2026 with Norway, Italy, Moldova and Estonia, and is third in the rankings, with nine points from five games. The last international match was against Italy in the qualifications of the World Cup, which had lost 4-5.
It is unclear whether the FIFA of World Football -Body with the exception of Israel will support, given the close relationships between the leader of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, and President Donald Trump. The support of his administration to secure the World Cup is seen as the key to FIFA that delivers a successful tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico.
The prevailing council of FIFA is planned to meet in Zurich next week.
Published on September 25, 2025
