Hansi Flick sends Lamine Yamal stern message after holding Palestine flag at Barcelona parade
Barcelona wrapped up the La Liga crown in style at the weekend against bitter rivals Real Madrid and Lamine Yamal’s celebrations in the aftermath...
Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag at Barcelona open-top bus title parade
Barcelona celebrated winning the Spanish title with an open-top bus parade on Monday
Hansi Flick speaks out on Lamine Yamal decision to wave Palestine flag at Barcelona trophy parade
Lamine Yamal waves a Palestine flag during Barcelona's open-top bus parade to celebrate capturing La Liga
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has...
Lamine Yamal criticised for waving Palestine flag at Barcelona trophy parade by Hansi Flick
Lamine Yamal waves a Palestine flag during Barcelona's open-top bus parade to celebrate capturing La Liga
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has...
The ice cream, the cigarettes, the Palestinian flag: Every moment from Barcelona's unforgettable title parade
750,000 fans lined the streets as Barcelona celebrated their 29th La Liga title. Szczesny pocketed cigarettes, Lewandowski ate ice cream and Yamal...
Hansi Flick gives his verdict on Lamine Yamal waving Palestine flag at Barcelona's title parade
Hansi Flick has given his verdict on Lamine Yamal's decision to wave a Palestine flag during Barcelona's La Liga title celebrations on Monday....
Several Irish football figures write open letter to FAI urging boycott of Israel fixtures
‘We can’t ignore the humanitarian catastrophe in Palestine, the sheer loss of life there has to take precedence over any sporting consideration,’...
Gianni Infantino's awkward Israel-Palestine handshake attempt backfires spectacularly
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attempted to orchestrate a public handshake between representatives of Israel and Palestine at the governing body's...
Palestinian football federation president refuses handshake with Israeli FA vice-president – video
The Palestinian football federation president, Jibril Rajoub, refused to stand alongside the Israeli FA vice-president, Basim Sheikh Suliman, in an...
Gianni Infantino's attempt at forcing Israel-Palestine handshake backfires at Fifa Congress
Infantino called representatives from the Israel and Palestine football federations onto the stage at the Fifa Congress but Palestine's Jibril...
Gianni Infantino's Israel-Palestine handshake attempt backfires at FIFA Congress
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's attempt to orchestrate a public handshake between Israeli and Palestinian delegates at FIFA Congress backfired.
Gianni Infantino's Palestine and Israel handshake attempt sparks clash at Fifa Congress
The Palestinian football federation's president refused to stand alongside the Israel FA's vice-president despite Gianni Infantino's insistence
Remarkable moment FIFA's blundering president Gianni Infantino tries - and fails - to get Israel and Palestine football chiefs to shake hands on stage
Delegates continued to watch on as Rajoub resisted Infantino's suggestion for a handshake, leading to the FIFA president addressing the two men.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's staggering awkward attempt at Israel-Palestine handshake
The FIFA Congress was overshadowed by a controversial move from FIFA president Gianni Infantino, when he tried to orchestrate a handshake between...
Palestine, Israel reps at odds at FIFA congress
Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with Basim Sheikh Suliman, the vice president of Israel's soccer...
Palestinian and Israeli soccer officials refuse to shake hands at FIFA Congress
Palestine Football Association President Jibril Rajoub refused to shake hands with Basim Sheikh Suliman, the vice president of Israel’s soccer...
Gianni Infantino's attempt at Israel-Palestine handshake backfires
Jibril Rajoub refuses handshakeInfantino to seek third term as presidentFifa president Gianni Infantino confirmed his intention to stand for...
Palestinian and Israeli federation delegates clash at Fifa Congress
The Palestinian football federation's president refused to stand alongside the Israel FA's vice-president despite Gianni Infantino's insistence
Congress tension as Gianni Infantino peace gesture involving Palestine and Israel fails
Tensions surfaced at FIFA's 76th Congress in Canada after an attempted symbolic gesture by president Gianni Infantino involving representatives...
‘We can be stronger together’ - Former Palestine captain makes Ireland plea ahead of Nations League games against Israel
Imad Zatara was capped 28 times for Palestine between 2004 and 2015 and scored on his debut in a 2006 World Cup qualifier against Iraq.
Palestine FA officials denied entry to Canada for Fifa pre-World Cup meeting
Three officials have had applications for visas rejectedFifa Congress will take place in Vancouver on 30 AprilOfficials from the Palestine Football...
Wissam Abu Ali left the pitch in tears after suffering a “concerning” knee injury
Palestinian striker Wissam Abu Ali, who plays for Columbus Crew in the United States, suffered a knee injury during his side’s 1–1 draw with...
Wissam Abu Ali was carried off on a stretcher, and his knee injury is described as “concerning”
Palestinian striker Wissam Abu Ali, who plays for Columbus Crew in the United States, suffered a knee injury during his side’s 1–1 draw with...
Hakim Ziyech embarrasses the Zionist entity… and Ben Gvir responds with a public threat
Social media has witnessed a public spat between the Israeli Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, and Moroccan footballer Hakim Ziyech,...
Hamstring injury keeps Cristiano Ronaldo out of Portugal friendlies
LISBON, Portugal — A hamstring injury will keep Cristiano Ronaldo out of Portugal’s friendlies against the United States and Mexico ahead of...
Israel football chief responds to Fifa's decision not to act after Palestinian FA called for suspension
A Fifa committee recommended no action against the Israel FA after the Palestinian FA raised a complaint
FIFA sanctions Israel FA over discrimination breaches, imposes fine and corrective measures
FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has sanctioned the Israel Football Association (IFA) after finding multiple breaches of its obligations...
FIFA clears Israeli settlement clubs but fines IFA
FIFA also decided Thursday to take no action on formal complaints by the Palestinian soccer federation in 2024 against its Israeli counterpart,...
Republic of Ireland Vs Israel match: 'Lack of boycott calls against Palestine, Iran or Qatar is hypocritical, says Jewish group
Calls for boycotts against the forthcoming Ireland-Israel football match are "hypocritical" because there are no similar calls against Palestinian...
Meghan 1 Harry 0 in football shoot-out at refugee camp
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined refugees from Syria and Palestine at a youth centre in Jordan.
One-nil to Meghan after visit to refugee camp football class with Harry
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined refugees from Syria and Palestine at a youth centre in Jordan.
Shelbourne's Joey O'Brien says Ireland should not play against Israel in Nations League
Manager has been an advocate for plight of Palestinian people for several years
Qualifiers - Group D: IR Iran 1-2 India; Chinese Taipei 1-3 Palestine
Ahmedabad: India qualified for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ after a hard-fought 2-1 win against Islamic Republic of Iran in their...
Qualifiers - Group D: Chinese Taipei 1-3 Palestine
Ahmedabad: Palestine shrugged off a Chinese Taipei fightback to end their AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Qualifiers Group D campaign with a...
1,000 police officers, army, helicopters, drones, water cannons: How Italy dealt with Pro-Palestinian activists before World Cup qualifier
Italy triumphed 3-0 over Israel in a World Cup qualifier amidst significant pro-Palestinian protests in Udine. Thousands marched, clashing with...
Harry Kane shines as England qualify for 2026 WC; Ronaldo breaks records for Portugal
England secured their 2026 World Cup spot with a dominant 5-0 win over Latvia, extending their perfect record. Cristiano Ronaldo's brace wasn't...
Snipers spotted on the roof of the Israel team hotel in Italy for World Cup qualifier as police clash with pro-Palestine protesters ahead of 'high-risk' game
Snipers were on the roof of the Israel team hotel in Udine and the Italian city was on maximum alert ahead of a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
Pro-Palestine protests descend into chaos at crunch World Cup qualifier as riot cops fire water canons & snipers on roof
PRO-PALESTINE fury erupts ahead of Italy–Israel clash as snipers line rooftops and riot cops face off with protesters
Tensions exploded in northern...
Snipers seen on stadium roof at Italy vs Israel as Pro-Palestine protesters 'attack cops'
Violence is said to have broken out between police and pro-Palestine protesters ahead of Israel's World Cup qualifier in Italy as snipers were...
World champion BANNED from defending title at Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Indonesia
ISRAELI gymnasts will not compete at next week’s World Artistic Gymnastics Championships after hosts Indonesia denied them entry to the...
'Unlimited cash!' - Donald Trump delivers verdict on Man City owner Sheikh Mansour at Gaza peace summit
In a surreal collision of football wealth and world politics, Manchester City owner Sheikh Mansour found himself at the centre of global attention,...
Starmer’s a proper ‘full-kit w***er’ trying to piggyback on Trump’s Gaza glory… I know EXACTLY why PM’s out of his depth
HOW is it that the US President has brokered peace in the Middle East, while our very own representative has watched on uselessly from the...
Haaland hits 50 goals in record time as Norway rout Israel amid pro-Palestinian protests
Erling Haaland shattered records, netting a hat-trick to surpass 50 international goals in a stunning 5-0 victory for Norway against Israel. This...
Erling Haaland hat-trick helps Norway ease past Israel against backdrop of protests
On a day of pro-Palestine demonstrations, intense security and a brief spate of trouble in Oslo, Norway run out convincing victorsA hot potato of...
Israel's World Cup qualifier hit by pro-Palestine protesters in Oslo as furious Norwegian football fans unfurl 'let children live' banner amid Gaza ceasefire
Attention in Oslo was largely centred on what happened off the pitch with Palestine flags dotted across the stands after hundreds of fans marched...
Haaland hits hat-trick as Norway beat Israel after protests
Erling Haaland reached 21 goals for the season for club and country as his hat-trick helped Norway to a 5-0 win over Israel in their World Cup...
Israel's World Cup qualifier in Norway begins under heavy security and pro-Palestinian protests
Many Norway fans wore the national Palestine colours at the match
Tight security and political tension hang over key Norway v Israel World Cup qualifier
The hosts in Oslo are closing in on qualification but the politics surrounding their visitors' presence casts a shadow over the footballIt will be...
UEFA’s hypocrisy on Isreal deserved to be highlighted by Celtic fans.
One of the issues I meant to cover on this site — but which got away from me over the last few weeks with all the Collective business — is the...
Italy face tense World Cup qualifier against Israel amid massive pro-Palestinian protests
Italy's World Cup qualification is under pressure as political tensions rise ahead of their match against Israel. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations...
Italy expect more protesters than fans vs. Israel
Israel's World Cup qualifying match at Italy next week is expected to attract more pro-Palestinian protesters outside the stadium than fans inside.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect talks as hopes rise of ending Gaza war
Hamas's acceptance of key conditions of deal galvanises momentum but large gaps remain between campsGaza ceasefire talks – live updatesIsrael and...
Angry middle-aged white men aren’t the problem Gary Neville – it’s the hate-filled enemy in our midst
WHAT do you think is a suitable way to mark today's second anniversary of the massacre of 1,200 Israelis by Hamas on October 7, 2023?
Perhaps a...
Jarlath Burns responds to criticism over GAA's controversial Allianz sponsorship
Close to 800 current and former inter-county players recently signed a petition calling for the Association to cut its ties with Allianz after a UN...
Pro-Palestine protesters demand Italy cancel upcoming World Cup qualifying match against Israel
The demonstration outside their training centre was part of a wider national strike
Athletic Club plan special show of support for Palestine before La Liga clash as Basque club issue 'stop the genocide' call
Athletic Club will hold a special pre-match ceremony to show solidarity with Palestine before their La Liga game against RCD Mallorca. The club's...
Afternoon Update: SA Ambulance not notified about triple-zero outage; accused police killer's outburst; and Taylor Swift's new album
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletter.Welcome,...
'FIFA cannot solve geopolitical problems': President Gianni Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed calls to suspend Israel amid the Palestinian conflict, emphasizing football's role in promoting peace and...
If Liel Abada returned to Glasgow to play for the Ibrox side, it would be a move that could turn very ugly for the former Celtic winger
I always liked Liel Abada as a Celtic player. There was no doubting his ability, and he gave his all in the Celtic jersey. But after the conflict...
Fifa banned Russia from international football. Now it must do the same for Israel
As Israel inflicts untold misery on Palestinians, it is time for football's governing bodies to stand by the principles they claim to upholdWhen...
Donald Trump administration ‘will step in to prevent Fifa banning Israel ahead of World Cup 2026’
THE Trump administration will attempt to stop any effort to ban Israel ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The national team is currently allowed to...
Qualifiers - Group F: Timor-Leste 5-4 Palestine; Uzbekistan 2-3 Kyrgyz Republic
Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic stunned Uzbekistan 3-2 on Wednesday to finish top of Group F of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group...
Qualifiers - Group F: Timor-Leste 5-4 Palestine
Bishkek: Timor-Leste came from behind to edge Palestine 5-4 to finish their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group F campaign in...
Qualifiers - Group F: Timor Leste 1-7 Uzbekistan; Palestine 1-2 Kyrgyz Republic
Bishkek: Uzbekistan and Kyrgyz Republic will face off for the top spot on Wednesday after registering their second successive wins in Group F of...
Qualifiers - Group F: Uzbekistan 7-1 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 9-1 Timor-Leste
Bishkek: Uzbekistan fought back from a goal down to defeat Palestine 7-1 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group F tie on...
Qualifiers - Group F: Uzbekistan 7-1 Palestine
Bishkek: Uzbekistan fought back from a goal down to defeat Palestine 7-1 in their AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers Group F tie on...
Arrival & Safety Information For Supporters Attending Merseyside Derby
Everton supporters attending the sold-out Merseyside derby at Anfield are being urged to arrive early to assist with pre-entry security and safety...
Spain threatens to BOYCOTT 2026 World Cup if Israel are allowed to participate as qualifying continues
Spain have reportedly threatened to boycott the 2026 World Cup if Israel qualify. After a United Nations commission of inquiry stated that Israel...
Eric Cantona demands UEFA and FIFA ban Israel as Spain threaten to boycott World Cup
Eric Cantona is leading calls for Israeli teams to be banned from competing in FIFA and UEFA competitions due to the ongoing genocide being...
Together for Palestine concert: Benedict Cumberbatch, Damon Albarn and Neneh Cherry take stage at galvanising and star-studded gig for Gaza
Scores of artists, speakers and activists appear at four-hour fundraiser curated by Brian Eno – but it's Palestinian voices who make the biggest...
Spain threatens to BOYCOTT the World Cup next summer if Israel qualify - days after pro-Palestine protests halt final stage of La Vuelta in Madrid
FIFA takes a firm stance against government intervention in football and any action would be expected to be met with strong consequences.
Spanish police clash with French fans before Real Madrid game
MADRID — Spanish police clashed with Marseille fans ahead of the Champions League match between the French club and Real Madrid on Tuesday.
The...
‘Neutrality should not be an option': why are so many artists now speaking out on Gaza?
Musician Brian Eno and artist Malak Mattar, key figures in next week's Together for Palestine concert, explain why artists are putting fears of a...
Qualifiers - Group E: Uzbekistan 2-1 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 6-0 Sri Lanka
Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic secured top spot in Group E and a place at the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Finals on Tuesday with a 6-0 victory...
Qualifiers - Group E: Uzbekistan 2-1 Palestine
Bishkek: Rustam Turdimurodov's header five minutes from time earned Uzbekistan a 2-1 win over Palestine in Bishkek on Tuesday that saw the Central...
Videos of Northern Ireland fans' chants at Palestinian protestors go viral online
A video of a group of Northern Ireland football fans chanting at a pro-Palestine parade during a recent away game has gone viral online.
Qualifiers - Group E: Sri Lanka 0-5 Palestine; Kyrgyz Republic 2-2 Uzbekistan
Bishkek: Kyrgyz Republic fought back to hold Uzbekistan to a 2-2 stalemate in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers Group E tie on...
Qualifiers - Group E: Sri Lanka 0-5 Palestine
Bishkek: Palestine picked up their first win in Group E of the AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026 Qualifiers on Saturday with a 5-0 victory over...
Bohemian FC thank Greta Thunberg for wearing their kit during aid mission
Dublin club say ‘standing up for Palestinians' is of great importance to their fans as Swedish activist sets off for Gaza The humanitarian aid...
Qualifiers - Group E: Uzbekistan 4-0 Sri Lanka; Palestine 1-2 Kyrgyz Republic
Bishkek: A Rustam Turdimurodov double steered Uzbekistan to a commanding 4-0 victory over Sri Lanka in their AFC U23 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2026...
Brian Kerr takes aim at UEFA over Palestine stance as he fears for children in Gaza
Former Ireland manager Brian Kerr was speaking on the Three Castles Burning podcast at Electric Picnic in Stradbally, county Laois on Saturday
Six Columbus Crew players called up for September FIFA International Window
COLUMBUS –Six Columbus Crew First Team players – goalkeeper Nicholas Hagen (Guatemala); defender Steven Moreira (Cape Verde); midfielders Max...
Rachael Kelly dreams of Bohemians parade if all-island cup glory is secured
RACHAEL KELLY knows where the big parade will be IF Bohemians win the all-island cup – North Richmond Street in the shadow of Croke...
Ish review – Luton-set urban pastoral in which racial profiling pushes teen friends apart
Venice film festivalPolice pressure throws into crisis the tenderly portrayed relationship of two young men coming of age in Bedfordshire...
England is a nation to be proud of yet we fly flags for Palestine but not our own – here's why we need to change that
SO, does the flag of Saint George fly at your home?
Good luck to you if it does, because pretty soon some namby-pamby busybody will complain to the...
Football club speaks out after man who wore Palestine shirt is banned
Brighton and Hove Albion has spoken out after a man who wore a Palestine football shirt was banned from attending matches