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Italy to Face Israel Amid Calls for Suspension

8/20/2025

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Italy's national football team will play Israel in World Cup qualifiers despite calls for Israel's suspension due to the Gaza conflict.
The Italian Football Coaches’ Association (AIAC) requests UEFA and FIFA to exclude Israel, citing casualties among sports figures.
Matches are set for September 8 in Hungary and October 14 in Udine.
The AIAC stresses the urgency for action amid ongoing violence.

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Italy's national football team will play Israel in World Cup qualifiers despite calls for Israel's suspension due to the Gaza conflict.
The Italian Football Coaches’ Association (AIAC) requests UEFA and FIFA to exclude Israel, citing casualties among sports figures.
Matches are set for September 8 in Hungary and October 14 in Udine.
The AIAC stresses the urgency for action amid ongoing violence.