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70+ Athletes Demand UEFA Ban Israel from Football

11/13/2025

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Over 70 athletes, including Paul Pogba and Adama Traore, push UEFA to ban Israel from football events over Gaza.
The letter, organized by Game Over Israel, says no venue should host a regime committing crimes against humanity.
It notes Israel's occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem, which the International Court of Justice calls apartheid.
The Football Association of Ireland has called for Israel's suspension.

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Story summary

Over 70 athletes, including Paul Pogba and Adama Traore, push UEFA to ban Israel from football events over Gaza.
The letter, organized by Game Over Israel, says no venue should host a regime committing crimes against humanity.
It notes Israel's occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem, which the International Court of Justice calls apartheid.
The Football Association of Ireland has called for Israel's suspension.