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From Trump to turf: What’s not ready for the 2026 World Cup, one year before kickoff

The 2026 FIFA World Cup faces logistical hurdles including inadequate US soccer stadiums, controversial artificial turf fields and political tensions over Trump’s travel ban

Yair Kattan | 07.04.25

Seattle Sounders soccer team displays Palestinian flags, Gaza-themed signs

During Seattle Sounders’ Club World Cup matches, fans staged anti-Gaza war protests with flags, chants, a display for Gaza victims—and banners criticizing FIFA

Ynet Sport | 06.24.25

Tottenham apologizes after blocking fans criticizing Israeli player Manor Solomon

British soccer team faces backlash after congratulating Israeli midfielder on his wedding, with critics attacking his support for Israel amid the Gaza war, prompting the club to block accounts—later reversed in an apology

Nadav Zenziper | 06.18.25

Iranian soccer legend backs Israel: 'This is the bill for 46 years bullying'

Ali Karimi, one of Iran’s most celebrated soccer players and a longtime critic of the regime, denounces Tehran’s leadership and supports Israeli strikes in rare public statement; 'The bloodthirsty and criminal enemies of Iran and the Iranians are you'

Ynet | 06.14.25

Estonian police seek to question Israeli soccer captain over pro-Russia remarks

Captain Eli Dasa draws fire in Tallinn after defending his Russian club; fans jeer during qualifier as authorities attempt post-match inquiry

Nadav Zenziper | 06.07.25

BBC fires chief soccer presenter Gary Linker over antisemitic post

British broadcaster says former England captain will leave his presentation role at end of 2024/2025 season and will not cover 2026 World Cup

Reuters | 05.19.25

Despite apology, after antisemitic post Gary Lineker out at BBC

After decades at the British broadcaster, sports commentator, soccer icon Gary Lineker is set to leave after backlash over a pro-Palestinian post featuring antisemitic tropes; His departure marks the end of an era in British sports broadcasting

ynet correspondents | 05.19.25

'One of our own!': Watch Tottenham fans welcome former hostage Emily Damari

Emily thanks UK Jewish community, saying 'I’m happy to be here. I want to give a special thanks to all the Jews in the diaspora, but especially to the UK Jewish community, who came out to support my mother and my family'

Ynetnews, Jewish News | 05.11.25

Solomon could become the most expensive Israeli soccer player ever

Tottenham is asking £20 million for for Manor Solomon but Leeds hope to finalize the deal for closer to £15 million; Everton and Marseille are also interested, but the Israeli prefers a permanent move to Elland Road after an outstanding season with the club

Ynetnews | 05.08.25

Female soccer player: They told me 'take NIS 70,000 and throw the game'

In recordings, an alleged bookie says he offers men up to 100,000 and works with the management of teams to determine sporting results

Nadav Zenziper | 04.27.25

Former hostage Omer Shem Tov receives surprise call from soccer star Erling Haaland

One of the biggest soccer stars in the world personally calls Hamas captivity survivor, who tells him: 'I really like you, you’re amazing'

Ynet | 04.17.25

An Arabic blessing—and a giant ring: Did Cristiano Ronaldo propose to Georgina?

Rodríguez shared a photo of a diamond ring with an Arabic blessing, 'And may evil stay away from us, amen', which she also tattooed, fueling rumors

Ynet Sports | 04.15.25

From icon of integration to Erdoğan loyalist: The fall of Mesut Özil

Once hailed as a model of East-West integration, the former Real Madrid and Arsenal star now aligns himself with a strongman accused of undermining democracy—leaving many fans disillusioned

Zeev Avrahami | 04.12.25

Israeli soccer trailblazer Sapir Berman reflects on gender identity struggles

Transgender referee talks on breaking barriers in global soccer, overcoming gender identity struggles, defying expectations and aiming for World Cup glory

Nadav Zenziper | 04.08.25

Norwegian fans boo Israeli anthem before World Cup qualifier

Norwegian fans disrespected Israel’s anthem, 'Hatikvah,' before the match against Israel in Hungary. The incident followed anti-Israeli statements by Norwegian players and officials, though star player Erling Haaland urged the focus remain on football instead of politics

ynet correspondents | 03.26.25

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