US-Israel war on Iran: how football in the region is struggling to deal with the fallout

Malachy Clerkin: Fifa's risible punishment of Israeli FA is a dereliction of duty

Fifa fines Israeli FA over club fans' racism but allows West Bank teams compete

Israel reacts to Fifa decision not to act after Palestinian complaint

Israel FA fined for 'discrimination and racist abuse'

FIFA clears Israeli settlement clubs but fines IFA

FIFA fines Israeli FA over Beitar Jerusalem racism case

Fifa denies Iran's World Cup request and won't act on Israel complaint

Who could replace Iran at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Israel‚ Iraq‚ USA II.

The Middle Eastern nation's place at this summer's tournament has been in doubt since the US and Israel joined forces to launch wide-ranging strikes on Iran late last month‚ killing the country's supreme leader.

FAI members unhappy over Ireland v Israel can still stop the games. A legal adviser explains how

FAI and Garda to engage with Norwegian counterparts ahead of Israel game in Dublin

Cristiano Ronaldo's private jet flees Saudi Arabia as Riyadh hit in US-Israel vs Iran war

US and Israel attacks on Iran put major football match in doubt

Ronny Deila forced to flee Israel as ex Celtic boss reveals frantic family escape after Middle East bombings

Iran threaten to withdraw from World Cup after US strikes as FIFA make statement

Graeme Souness has revealed that he is trapped in Abu Dhabi amid Iranian strikes‚ with the Liverpool legend sharing an update on social media detailing the 'loud bangs' he heard overhead. Chaos has sparked throughout the Gulf since Saturday morning‚ with United Arab Emirates states Dubai and Abu Dhabi‚ as well as Saudi Arabia‚ Bahrain‚ Qatar and Kuwait‚ targeted. Caught up in the deadly unfolding aggression between Iran and the United States‚ who launched a joint daylight strike with Israel in the early hours of the day are thousands of expats and holidaymakers in the region.

Hearts likely to scrap Dubai training trip after American and Israeli attacks on Iran

Ireland football chief admits they have 'no choice' but to play Israel fixtures

Refusing to play Israel 'not within the best interest of Irish football'‚ says FAI chief

FAI tip their cap to protesters but bow to expediency on Israel games

Ireland v Israel game confirmed for Dublin's Aviva Stadium in October

Dublin to host Republic of Ireland-Israel game

If Ireland decide not to play Israel‚ it will have nothing to do with anti-Semitism

Shelbourne's Joey O'Brien says Ireland should not play against Israel in Nations League

Chairperson and Drogheda dispute resignation claims over Israel comments

Israel push to host Ireland at home in Nations League

Ken Early: Why has football boycotted Russia but not Israel?

Ward would support Republic of Ireland players over Israel concerns

The whole world will be watching Ireland v Israel. The FAI cannot mess this up

Ireland to open Nations League campaign away to Kosovo before facing Israel

'It's not my decision if you play or not'‚ says Hallgrímsson after Ireland draw Israel in Nations League

Austria‚ Israel and Kosovo: A closer look at Ireland's Nations League opponents

Ireland to face Israel at home and away after Nations League B draw

Republic of Ireland will fulfil Israel games - FAI

Ireland vows to fulfil Nations League fixtures against Israel

Republic of Ireland could face Israel in Nations League

Ronny Deila claims Maccabi Tel Aviv fans remind him of Celtic supporters as trademark follows Israel debut

Palestinian refugees' West Bank pitch saved after Uefa president lobbies Israel

Mosques consulted on Israeli fan ban 'hosted antisemitic preachers'

Jocelin Ta Bi to sign for Celtic as Israeli club chief reveals details of major Wilfried Nancy transfer

Police drew up false evidence after decision to ban Israeli fans

Fiorentina reach agreement with Spurs over Israel forward Solomon

Araujo sets date for Barcelona return after morale-boosting Israel trip

The right-sided Israeli defender spent just one season at Stamford Bridge‚ and was most often known for what he did off the pitch than what he did on it during his spell with The Blues. After a successful start to his career with Maccabi Tel Aviv and Bolton Wanderers ‚ then-Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho brought him to west London in 2007‚ and a delighted Ben Haim vowed that he would 'play in any position' for his new manager. But after Mourinho dramatically resigned in September that year‚ just three months after Ben Haim made the switch‚ the Stamford Bridge hotseat was given to Israel boss Grant.

FAI to bring motion to suspend Israel from all Uefa competitions

FAI approves motion to call on Uefa to ban Israel

Irish federation to call on UEFA to ban Israel

Irish football chiefs pass vote seeking ban on Israel from European competition

'Hungry' Scots face Belgium‚ Israel & Luxembourg in World Cup qualifiers

Maccabi saga shows danger of excluding Israel - it normalises antisemitism

The Tel Aviv football derby has been cancelled over the 'risk to human lives' after riots broke out inside and outside the stadium. The match was thrown into chaos on Sunday night as violent riots broke out at Bloomfield Stadium‚ forcing police to call off the high-profile clash between Hapoel and Maccabi. Israeli police confirmed that the game was cancelled 'following disturbances and risks to human life' after ugly scenes erupted before kick-off leading to the arrest of nine people.

Councillor who claims to 'advise' Aston Villa called for Israel boycott

Italy climb in FIFA ranking after wins over Estonia and Israel

Ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans is a terrible decision - and a depressing one

Seven key points to understand the banning of Israeli fans from Aston Villa

Starmer condemns ‘wrong decision' to ban Israeli football fans from Aston Villa match

The surprising gift linked to Lionel Messi given to two former Israeli hostages after their release

Keir Starmer condemns decision to ban Israeli fans from attending Aston Villa game

Fans of Israeli football club Maccabi Tel Aviv have been banned from watching their team play Aston Villa at Villa Park next month. Villa released a statement on Thursday announcing that no away fans will be permitted to attend the Europa League match‚ amid fears over safety and security. The decision has been made by the Premier League club after consultation with West Midlands Police and their Safety Advisory Group‚ which provides safety certificates ahead of all matches at Villa Park.

Israeli club's fans banned from game at Aston Villa in Europa League

FIGC President insits Italy right not to boycott Israel game

Video: Italy 3-0 Israel highlights including gorgeous Retegui goal

Gattuso: I'll move far away from Italy if we don't qualify for 2026 World Cup

Italy vs. Israel: Presenter wears black ribbon to honour ‘250 journalists killed in Gaza' - video

Gattuso hails Donnarumma but needs 'God's blessing' for World Cup spot

Five things learned from Italy's games with Estonia and Israel

Today's Papers - Italy and World Cup play-offs‚ here we are again

Gattuso: ‘Italy had it all to lose' against Israel‚ now for 2026 World Cup play-offs

Snipers seen on stadium roof at Italy vs Israel as Pro-Palestine protesters 'attack cops'

Gattuso confirms Italy strike partnership for Israel: 'Raspadori will start'

Italy vs. Israel official line-ups: 2026 World Cup qualifier

Bonucci: ‘Italy changed a few things' after chaotic 5-4 victory with Israel

Udogie welcoming to versatile Italy tactics and new 3-5-2

Liveblog: Italy vs. Israel‚ 2026 World Cup qualifier

Tension ahead of Italy vs. Israel World Cup qualifier

Italy 3-0 Israel: Retegui double to guarantee play-off spot

Snipers on roof‚ Udine on max alert for Italy-Israel

Why Israel's game against Italy will have a different feel to it

Over 10‚000 protesters expected in Udine ahead of Italy vs Israel amid heightened security

Italy vs Israel: Predicted Lineups as Gattuso set to switch to 3-5-2

Official: Kean drops out of Italy squad ahead of Israel

Bastoni to leave Italy camp and return to Inter ahead of Israel clash

Esposito prepares for Italy opportunity as Kean misses pre-Israel training

Notorious pitch invader strikes again during Norway 5-0 Israel with message for Gaza

Haaland hits hat-trick despite two penalty misses as Norway crush Israel

Italy forced to make changes against Israel after ban and injury

Haaland hat-trick against Israel puts Norway closer to World Cup

Erling Haaland continues devastating form with hat-trick as Norway beat Israel

Haaland scores hat-trick as Norway surge past Israel toward World Cup

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

Norway 5-0 Israel: Italy hopes crushed by Haaland hat-trick

Haaland hat-trick helps Norway ease past Israel against backdrop of protests

Israel's World Cup qualifier in Norway begins under heavy security

Tight security and political tension hang over key Norway v Israel qualifier

Italy vs. Israel on maximum alert amid Mossad controversy

Gattuso admits Israel clash will have unusual atmosphere

Everything Gattuso said in Italy press conference ahead of Estonia and Israel

Gattuso ready to ‘put ego aside' for new Italy tactical change

Which Italy changes Gattuso could make for Estonia and Israel