Ireland joins calls to ban Israel from European football

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has approved a motion to call for Israel's suspension from European club and international football competitions. This move follows a proposal arguing that the Israel Football Association (IFA) breached UEFA rules by allowing clubs in illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank. Ireland joins other nations like Norway and Turkey in demanding a ban, citing Israel's actions during its war on Gaza. UEFA had previously postponed discussions on the matter, and a potential ban could create friction with the United States, a co-host of the 2026 World Cup.