International round-up: Ben Waine scores in friendly match
A round-up as striker Ben Waine joined a select list of Port Vale players when he scored for New Zealand in an International friendly against...
Donal Fallon: Amid unease over Israel fixtures, FAI should focus Irish attention on Palestine and invite its team to Dublin
Football has the power to unite, but this past week there has been a palpable sense of division in the sport here
Palestine international who played friendly against Bohemians in Dublin held by Israel
Natalie Abudayyeh played in the historic women’s friendly between the Palestine national team and the Women’s League of Ireland side
New Zealand vs Palestine: Reason Nottingham Forest star Chris Wood is out revealed
New Zealand are taking on Palestine this morning, but there is no place in the squad for Nottingham Forest star Chris Wood. Wood has endured...
FIFA launches new football arenas in Palestine to provide safe spaces for youth in the West Bank
FIFA has officially expanded its global infrastructure footprint by opening two new 'FIFA Arena' mini-pitches in the West Bank. The facilities,...
All Whites: After the Fifa World Cup party, new cycle begins with non-televised match against Palestine
The low-key fixture is the first step towards bigger matches next week in Japan.
Inside the Palestinian town where children are finding an escape through GAA
Gaelic Football in Qabatiya: Notes from a Protective Presence Volunteer by Matthew Mulcahey Located just six kilometres southwest of the historic...
Football returns to Palestine with Thousand Martyrs Cup - "We suffer a lot, on pitch we play as equals"
More than 200 clubs are participating in a new competition, the first domestic football tournament in three years
Paloma Faith wears shirt supporting Palestinian terrorist who 'murdered five people' as she wades into Ed Sheeran tour row in interview on Channel 4 podcast
The British singer, 45, was seen in a 'Free Marwan' football-style shirt which has the red, green, black, and white colours of the state's flag.
Calls for Irish footballers to follow Irish artists who dropped Ed Sheeran and stand with Palestine
Aaron Rowe, Irish band Beoga, US artist Finneas and Danish band Lukas Graham have all pulled out of Ed Sheeran's tour
On-Loan Keeper Gray in New Zealand Squad
On-loan Blues keeper Henry Gray has been named in the New Zealand squad for games against Palestine, China, Panama and either Ecuador or Japan...
Shobeir clarifies the truth about Wessam Abou Ali's return to Al-Ahly and reveals the value of the Bezera deal
Sports broadcaster Ahmed Shobeir has revealed the truth about the return of Palestinian player Wissam Abu Ali to Egypt's Al-Ahly during the...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 4-0 Palestine; IR Iran 3-1 Vietnam
Viet Tri: Three goals in six second half minutes ensured DPR Korea sealed a 4-0 win over Palestine on Sunday as O Thae Song's side finished top of...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 4-0 Palestine
Viet Tri: Three goals in six second half minutes ensured DPR Korea sealed a 4-0 win over Palestine on Sunday as O Thae Song's side finished top of...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 2-1 IR Iran; Palestine 2-1 Vietnam
Viet Tri: Stoppage time goals from Kang Wi Song and Kang Myong Bom saw DPR Korea claim a 2-1 win over the Islamic Republic of Iran in Viet Tri on...
Qualifiers - Group C: IR Iran 2-1 Palestine; Vietnam 0-3 DPR Korea
Viet Tri: Islamic Republic of Iran and DPR Korea produced scintillating football in the second half as they kicked off their AFC U20 Asian Cup...
Qualifiers - Group C: IR Iran 2-1 Palestine
Viet Tri: Islamic Republic of Iran turned on the power in the second half to defeat Palestine 2-1 in their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers...
Rangers co-owner 'arrested and jailed on prostitution charge' in United States
The 46-year-old was arrested on Sunday in East Palestine, Ohio, on charges of disorderly conduct and possession of criminal tools, before issuing a...
Leeds co-owner sentenced to day in jail after prostitution sting
Jed York, who is married with two kids, was arrested in East Palestine on Sunday after allegedly answering an ad on a known prostitution website
West Ham fans’ Palestine chant is disgusting – and football is to blame
We should ask why fans believe they have the right to sing about the war on Gaza at all
Palestinian football to resume in September after Gaza war pause
The Palestinian football association announced on Monday that it would resume activity in September after a nearly three-year pause due to the Gaza...
President Xi nevers wastes a good crisis. As Iran, Ukraine and Palestine distract the world, he tightens his grip | Simon Tisdall
Ever the strategist, the Chinese leader is taking the offensive, both abroad and at home. That's bad news for global order, and minorities in his...
The Palestinian Football Association attacks FIFA: more than a thousand martyrs and destroyed stadiums, where is the justice?
In a strongly worded statement, the Palestinian Football Association directed unprecedented criticism at the International Federation of...
MLS investigates reports of antisemitic chants toward New England's Dor Turgeman in Montreal
Israeli striker scored, then gestured at CF Montréal fansRevolution ‘strongly condemn' the chantsThe New England Revolution have denounced chants...
"Vile" and "rat": Spain star subjected to insults over Palestine and Morocco
Borja Iglesias, the Celta Vigo striker and World Cup winner with the Spain national team, has been subjected to a flood of insults and threats...
"Despicable" and "rat": Spain star subjected to abuse over Palestine and Morocco
Borja Iglesias, the Celta Vigo forward and World Cup winner with Spain, has been subjected to a torrent of insults and threats via social media...
Abu Jazar wants Palestine to soar higher
Riyadh: Ihab Abu Jazar is coming close to two years being in charge of the Palestine national team and it has been a period where the head coach...
PalesTEENian review – engaging story of mixed identity is a bit of a muddle
Riverside Studios, London Joe Haddad's solo show tilts between family comedy and football fandom as well as...
Gaza celebrates World Cup victory of Spanish team they took into their hearts
People gather at cafes and outdoor screenings to support team after Spain's backing for Palestinian rights The Spanish football team's World Cup...
After this World Cup, here's what I feel: a kind of messy hope | Jonathan Liew
Kazakhs cheering Uzbeks, Bengalis wild for Argentina … This tournament was once a playground for nationalism. Now it shows how flimsy that...
Glasgow art memorial pays tribute to Palestinian footballers killed by Israel
AN art installation in a Glasgow park has paid tribute to the hundreds of Palestinian footballers killed by Israel ...
Glasgow park installation honours Palestinian players killed ahead of World Cup final
An installation at Cathkin Park in Glasgow honours hundreds of Palestinian footballers killed, highlighting calls for FIFA action ahead of the...
Action in Glasgow park remembers Palestinian footballers ahead of World Cup final
An installation at Cathkin Park in Glasgow has commemorated Palestinian footballers killed by Israel ahead of the World Cup final
Graham Platner formally exits Maine Senate race in explosive letter complete with expletive sign-off amid sexual assault allegations
The letter reads more as a manifesto, ending with an expletive for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and support for Palestine, as well as the...
Palestinian goalkeeper killed by Israeli forces during World Cup
While countries around the world are peacefully coming together and celebrating the global sport of soccer with the World Cup, one Palestinian...
My nine-year-old son Mohammad, killed by Israeli soldiers, is not just another number | Alia Abdel Majid Al-Hallaq
Mohammad was shot after going to play football – and we joined the 54 families in the occupied West Bank whose children were killed by Israel in...
Egypt's coach waves Palestinian flag after World Cup victory: ‘My heart and soul are with them'
A video went viral of Hassan walking across the field, flag in hand, as crowds chanted ‘Free, free Palestine!'
Manager dedicates World Cup Round of 32 victory to Palestine – “My heart and soul are with them”
Egypt manager Hossam Hassan has dedicated his side’s first ever knockout victory at the World Cup to the people of Palestine, after they sealed...
Egypt head coach raises Palestinian flag after historic FIFA World Cup win
Egypt's historic FIFA World Cup Round of 32 victory over Australia was marked by an emotional tribute from coach Hossam Hassan, who raised the...
Protesters reveal 'Red Card Israel' display on Canada's closing World Cup day
PRO-PALESTINE protesters have unveiled a display demanding that Fifa suspend Israel from competing in football tournaments in Canada on the...
Palestinian Goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar Shot in Gaza: Pregnant Wife Left Behind After Five Months of Marriage
Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was fatally shot by Israeli forces in Gaza, highlighting the devastating impact of ongoing conflict on the...
‘I want to enjoy the World Cup like everyone else': A Gaza footballer's struggle to watch the tournament
Football fan and founder of Palestine's first national team for people of short stature, Haitham Al-Saqqa describes the danger of watching matches...
From hiring party dwarves to flying Palestine flags - why Spain's Lamine Yamal is no longer an innocent genius
Teenager remains Spain’s talisman but boyish charm has given way to political activism and controversial episodes
Why is Gary Lineker appearing on ITV World Cup coverage tonight?
Gary Lineker has not appeared on terrestrial TV since leaving the BBC 13 months ago (Photo: Getty)
Gary Lineker is set to make a shock appearance...
Palestine denies reports of Fifa youth match against Israel
THE Palestine Football Association has denied reports of a planned Fifa youth match against Israel.
Palestine FA makes ‘sportswashing' vow after Republic of Ireland agree to play Israel behind closed doors
Republic of Ireland have agreed to play Israel behind closed doors later this year
Palestine Football Association denies reported FIFA youth match against Israel
The PFA said it had "not received any official communication or proposal from FIFA regarding such a match".
Palestine FA clarify position on Ireland v Israel after inclusion in FAI statement
The FAI statement on moving the home game included a paragraph from the PFA that appeared to express support for the FAI’s decision.
Fifa plans symbolic Israel v Palestine fixture as opening game of new under-15s tournament
Tournament open to all Fifa members, including RussiaInfantino wants to use football to promote peaceFifa wants to schedule a symbolic match...
Palestinian football chief says US barred him from attending FIFA World Cup
Palestinian football chief Jibril Rajoub says the US and Canada denied him visas to attend the FIFA World Cup Read Full Article at RT.com
Qatar’s FIFA ranking: More about Canada’s 2026 World Cup Group B opponent
After a disappointing home World Cup campaign four years ago, Qatar arrive in 2026 with something to prove. Qatar enter the 2026 World Cup looking...
Mamdani is on an endorsement blitz – what does it say about his plan for the left?
New York City mayor's stumping is irking some Democrats, but others see a cautious strategy from a rising political starThe New York Knicks are on...
Palestinian American woman held without charge by Israeli military
Soldiers arrested university student Sama Safi, 20, along with members of Palestinian women's national soccer teamA 20-year-old Palestinian...
Sarah Carey: Are global football rankings really worth more than the suffering of Palestinians? Apparently, yes
If no one is willing to endure the fallout of a football boycott, then weeping over Gaza is merely performative
Palestine FA boss: U.S. denied my WCup visa
The head of the Palestinian Football Association is waiting in Mexico City for permission to enter the United States with other federation heads...
Palestinian football federation president stranded in Mexico amid US visa uncertainty
Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub is stuck in Mexico City due to visa issues preventing his entry into the United States for...
Palestine football chief and Iran fans: All the people unable to enter Trump's United States for World Cup
Numerous figures have endured US visa and entry issues and the list is growing as the 2026 World Cup gets going
Iran-linked group claims to have hacked FBI drones and threatens to target the World Cup in chilling warning
Handala, a pro-Palestine cyber threat group, alleged that it had hacked first-person view (FPV) drones used by the FBI, obtaining access to 'every...
Republic of Ireland to face Israel at neutral venue after Gaza war protests
Had been calls for Nations League tie to be boycottedFAI agree to move contest away from Aviva StadiumThe Republic of Ireland are to play their...
Palestinian football chief says US denied him visa to attend World Cup
Jibril Rajoub attended opening match in Mexico but becomes latest football official hit by US visa issues, he saysThe head of the Palestinian...
Palestinian football chief says he has not been granted US visa for World Cup
Jibril Rajoub attended the first match of the World Cup in Mexico, but says he has not received his US visa yet
FAI release lengthy statement explaining Israel game switch and detailing communication with Palestinian FA
Ireland have been drawn in the Nations League against Israel, Austria and Kosovo
Republic of Ireland v Israel UEFA Nations League game to be played at neutral venue
The FAI has confirmed the Nations League home game against Israel will be played at a neutral venue behind closed doors, with the Association...
Dermot Desmond has clear plan for Robbie Keane hire - and it'll enrage Celtic fans
Dermot Desmond is seemingly determined to one day appoint Robbie Keane as Celtic manager.Supporters made it clear last week that they did not want...
Celtic Fan Groups Oppose Robbie Keane Appointment Due To Maccabi Tel Aviv Role
Celtic supporter groups have come out strongly against the potential appointment of Robbie Keane as the club’s new manager. Their opposition...
Jordan: 2026 World Cup Squad, Fixtures and Schedule
Jordan make their FIFA World Cup debut this summer, joining Cape Verde, Curaçao and Uzbekistan as the four tournament newcomers. The Al-Nashama...
Palestine international player’s detention raises fresh human rights concern
Palestine player detention raises football human rights concern [...]
The post Palestine international player’s detention raises fresh human rights...
This hideous conflict is also exposing something frightening about Britain
The complex issue of Israel, Hamas and the Palestinians is treated here like a football match
Republic of Ireland boss reacts to fans' pro-Palestinian tennis ball protest amid calls to boycott Israel matches
Republic of Ireland's match against Qatar on Thursday was disrupted when fans threw tennis balls onto the pitch
Ireland spelt out emotional case to boycott Israel games over 'genocidal campaign' against Palestine
Pressure is ramping up on the FAI to boycott the games later this year over Israel's actions in Gaza
‘Everybody has a right to protest': Heimir Hallgrímsson unfazed by tennis ball protest during Qatar win
League of Ireland fans for Palestine group demonstrate against Nations League fixtures against Israel
Lamine Yamal's 'Controversial' Celebration Triggers Word-War Between Spain and Israel
Lamine Yamal's controversial league title celebration has caused diplomatic raucous between Spain and Israel. The 18 year-old celebrated Barca's...
Kenya coach McCarthy includes five fresh faces for friendlies
Kenya national team coach Benni McCarthy has included five new players in his Harambee Stars squad to prepare for the upcoming friendly matches...
Kenya to face Kyrgyzstan and Palestine as part of AFCON 2027 preparations
Kenya's Harambee Stars will return to action during the June international window with two build-up matches lined up in Central Asia as...
Unite the Kingdom live: Tommy Robinson London protest sees police deploy drones
Thousands of people are expected to gather in London today for Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom march and the pro-Palestine Nakba Day rally - on...
Armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers in London amid fears of violence at Tommy Robinson-led march on FA Cup Final day
Specialist armed police teams are on standby in an unprecedented Met operation on Saturday as the Unite the Kingdom march takes place at the same...
Met police preparing for large scale far-right and pro-Palestine protests in London
Officers said to be granted extra powers as marches through capital set for same day as FA Cup finalBritish police are preparing to mount one of...
‘Another reason to be proud of him' – Lamine Yamal defended by Spain's Prime Minster after Barcelona star criticised for waving Palestine flag
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has defended Lamine Yamal following criticism of the Barcelona star for waving a Palestinian flag during the...
4,000 police to be deployed in London amid fear of football yob violence at Tommy Robinson-led march on FA Cup Final day
Armed police will be on standby in an unprecedented Met operation on Saturday as the Unite the Kingdom march takes place at the same time as a...
Met warns about hate speech at Unite the Kingdom and Palestine marches
Organisers as well as speakers will be held responsible for unlawful speech as police face exceptionally busy weekendThe Metropolitan police have...
4,000 police to be deployed in London amid fears of football yob violence at Tommy Robinson-led march on FA Cup Final day
The Met is launching an unprecedented operation on Saturday as the Unite the Kingdom march takes place at the same time as a pro-Palestine...
Flick: Waving Palestine flag is Yamal's 'decision'...
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said star player Lamine Yamal was "old enough" to make his own decisions after he waved a Palestinian flag during an...
‘I don’t normally like this’: Barcelona coach reacts to Lamine Yamal waving Palestine flag
FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal displayed a Palestinian flag during the team's La Liga title parade. The young player's gesture drew global attention...