World cup soccer
FIFA assigns LGBT-themed World Cup game to Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death
As with many Islamic countries, homosexuality is outlawed in Iran and punishable by death. Many LGBTQ+ Iranians have fled the country, looking for asylum in the United States or the Middle East.
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Israel set for pivotal World Cup qualifiers against Norway, Italy
With key road tests at Norway and Italy, Ben Shimon’s squad aims to keep World Cup dream alive.
Football cannot solve conflict but carries message of peace, says FIFA's Infantino
FIFA has faced repeated calls to act over the war in Gaza, with Palestinian officials pressing for Israel to be suspended from international football.
Israel's refusal to be annihilated shouldn't lead to becoming a boycotted sports pariah - editorial
Calls to ban Israeli teams from European competitions equate Israel with Russia, risking sport becoming a battlefield for politics instead of unity.
Israel, Trump admin working to block UEFA from banning Israel from European soccer
A majority of UEFA member states are currently in favor of suspending the Jewish state, according to sources cited by The Times.
FIFA 2026 world cup draws over 1.5 million ticket requests in 24 hours
Fans registered in the Visa Pre‑Sale Draw, a lottery‑style application that gave applicants a chance to buy tickets during the first phase of sales for the largest edition in World Cup history.
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Israel's soccer team loses 5-4 to Italy in close-fought FIFA World Cup qualifier
Israel scored four goals but fell to Italy in a nine-goal clash in Hungary. The defeat drops Israel to third, with crucial matches vs. Norway and Italy ahead.
High-stakes for Israel to qualify in World Cup in upcoming match against Italy
A loss against Italy Monday would put a huge wrench in Israel potentially qualifying for the World Cup.
Druze teens bring their story from Majdal Shams to Budapest through soccer
About 30 Druze teens from Majdal Shams, survivors of a Hezbollah rocket attack, will train and share their story in Hungary.
Israel beats Moldova 4-0, gets key win to aim for playoffs in WC Qualifiers round
With goals from Dror Peretz, Manor Solomon, Tai Baribo, and Oscar Gloukh, Israel left Moldova with three points and a good form to face Italy on Monday.
