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FIFA Fines Israeli Football for Racism, Demands Action

3/20/2026

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FIFA fined the Israeli Football Association (IFA) 150,000 Swiss francs for failing to address racism.
A report shows the IFA did not act against Beitar Jerusalem.
The Palestine Football Association previously reported discrimination, prompting FIFA to open an investigation.
FIFA did not suspend the IFA but ordered an anti-discrimination banner at upcoming matches.
No action was taken regarding Israeli clubs in the occupied West Bank.

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Story summary

FIFA fined the Israeli Football Association (IFA) 150,000 Swiss francs for failing to address racism.
A report shows the IFA did not act against Beitar Jerusalem.
The Palestine Football Association previously reported discrimination, prompting FIFA to open an investigation.
FIFA did not suspend the IFA but ordered an anti-discrimination banner at upcoming matches.
No action was taken regarding Israeli clubs in the occupied West Bank.