World Cup

World Cup:

Egyptian soccer official links exit to coach’s pro-Gaza activism

Egyptian FA official suggests the team's World Cup exit stemmed from referee retaliation over the manager's Gaza advocacy.

World Cup drama:

Egypt manager lunges at fan waving Israeli flag after loss

Egypt manager Hossam Hassan restrained by security in Atlanta after confronting a fan with an Israeli flag, days after waving a PLO flag on the pitch.

"Baby Killer!" Free Palestine mob atttacks me at the World Cup

After a year of being physically and verbally attacked across the globe, I was targeted again by “Free Palestine" extremists and, unlike in Florida, New Jersey police came to my aid and protection. But after a year of globally witnessed attacks against me, I must ask: when did assaulting Jews become normal? Op-ed.

Egypt coach waves a Palestinian flag after winning World Cup game

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan dedicated his team's World Cup victory over Australia to the Egyptian and Palestinian people, waving a Palestinian flag on the pitch after the match.

Former hostages travel to US to see England at World Cup

Former hostages Emily Damari and brothers Gali and Ziv Berman traveled to the US to watch England's World Cup victory over Panama, fulfilling a dream they shared before being taken hostage by Hamas on October 7 and celebrating their freedom together.

US Amb Waltz joins Jordanian Royal Family at World Cup match

US Ambassador Mike Waltz watched Jordan's World Cup match alongside King Abdullah and Queen Rania, who have repeatedly criticized Israel and refuse to extradite a most-wanted terrorist.

Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran's World Cup team

The Trump administration relaxes travel restrictions on Iran's national soccer team, allowing the squad to arrive in Seattle two days before its World Cup match against Egypt, while maintaining strict security measures and same-day departure requirements.

Streaming star surprised by Israeli reporter's question

Popular YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed, who previously expressed support for Palestinians, gave a short interview to Israeli reporter Ori Levy.

Protests outside Iranian World Cup match with New Zealand

The match between Iran and New Zealand was accompanied by sharp political protests outside the stadium and in the stands as the deal between the USA and Iran is brought into effect.

Regime Sports Minister:

Iran will not participate in World Cup

Iran's Sports Minister says his country will not participate in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to be played in the US, after the elimination of Supreme Leader and amid continued strikes on the country.

World Cup in doubt for Iran after anti-Israel, US aggression

Iran's threats and hostility toward Israel and the US may cost it a place in the 2026 World Cup, with FIFA reportedly considering disqualification amid rising tensions.

Sports history:

Israel beats Korea, finishes third in U-20 World Cup

Israel beat Korea 3:1 to take third place in the 2023 Under 20 World Cup.

The magical run ends:

Israel's Under-20 soccer team eliminated from World Cup

Israel’s Under-20 team falls to Uruguay 1-0 and fails to qualify for the finals.

Israel’s Under-20 soccer team does it again

Israel’s Under-20 soccer team defeats Uzbekistan 1-0 at World Cup taking place in Argentina, advances to quarterfinals.

PA flag causes tension at Israel’s first U-20 World Cup game

'This is not politics, this is soccer': Police remove Colombia fans who raised Palestinian Authority flag during soccer match.

Israel looks to make history at under-20 men’s World Cup

'We came here to win the trophy,' Israeli team's midfielder says.

The Parsha and Current Events: Mondial, Hanukkah & Us

Jews wake up! Get serious! Make your lives meaningful!

Watch: Man jumps to his death during Argentina's World Cup rally

30 others were injured, 13 arrested for rioting, and the rally abandoned halfway due to security concerns.

Qatari Islamization of the World Cup backfired

Do you know that Qatar gathered a multinational group of preachers to introduce visitors to Islam and persuade them to convert? Op-ed.

Herzog to Argentine President:

'Many Israelis cheered for the Argentinian national team'

President Isaac Herzog phones President Alberto Fernández of Argentina, congratulates him on Argentina's victory at the World Cup.

World Cup on Hanukkah:

Rabbi Vered: 'Tonight is a special opportunity for soccer fans'

Rabbi Eyal Vered is calling on soccer fans to light Hannukah candles on time and prove that G-d comes first.

Zelenskyy's office blasts FIFA for rebuffing him

Ukraine’s presidential office criticizes FIFA after it refused to show video message from Zelenskyy before World Cup final.

The Rabbis are worried:

The World Cup instead of Hanukkah candles

Rabbi Meir Mazuz and additional rabbis published a letter asking not to postpone lighting candles to watch the game.

FIFA rebuffs Zelenskyy's request to share message at World Cup

CNN reports: Request by Ukrainian President to share message of world peace prior to kickoff at World Cup final has been rebuffed by FIFA.

How much will the World Cup winners make?

The prize money has climbed astronomically since the 1990's, with most strong teams raking in millions of dollars.

What Qatar’s World Cup learned from Hitler’s Olympics

Perhaps the closest historical analogy to Qatar and its soccer matches was the Berlin Olympics of 1936. China's Olympics come second.Op-ed..

Does Hosting the World Cup Really Bring Fortune?

What could Qatar benefit from the 2022 World Cup?

World Cup to become 'Tripledemic’ superspreader?

With 2.4 million gathered in Qatar, a 'superspreader' featuring three separate viruses may be just around the corner.

2nd journalist dies during World Cup in Qatar

American Journalist Grant Wahl, Qatari Journalist Khalid al-Misslam die while covering global soccer tournament.

Op-ed:

Europeans, Qatar's useful idiots

Behind Qatar's influence at work in Europe is a mixture of human greed and the self-hatred of the European elites.And it goes deep. Op-ed.

Why has the 'Free Palestine' movement spilled into World Cup?

While Arab leaders may not consider the 'Palestinian' cause as important as before, Arabs on the street apparently disagree.

Morocco's World Cup team & fans 'hand victory to Palestine'

Following Portugal's defeat, stadium erupts with song in support of "Palestine."

Chaos on Europe's streets

Migrants, after a victory for the country they came from, devastated the streets of the country that welcomed them. What lies ahead? Op-ed.

World Cup 'rainbow' man: I stood up for Iranian women

Italian protester who ran out on soccer field during a World Cup match in Qatar says he did it for LGBT people and will likely do it again.

A mullah’s flag with a hole in is the symbol of the revolution

The revolutionaries in Iran know the historic symbolism of a flag with a hole - and their own historic symbolism of a Lion and Sun. Op-ed.

Egyptian commentator: For Iranian players US is 'Great Satan'

Egyptian sports commentator & retired soccer player points out that the 'Zionist entity' was in the same group as a team FIFA wanted to ban.

Iranian midfielder’s friend killed for cheering loss to US team

One of many Iranians protesting regime shot in the head for celebrating after World Cup loss to the US.

Watch: Rainbow-flag waving protester halts World Cup match

The unexpected invader carried the flag and had a T-shirt reading, 'Save Ukraine' and 'Respect for Iranian women'.

Watch: US team captain's impressive answer to Iranian reporter

See what team US captain has to say when called out on America's 'racism towards blacks' in light of his support for Iranian protests.

Watch: Anti-regime fan arrested after Iran's World Cup loss

Violent clashes took place after Iran was ousted from the tournament by the US.

US knocks Iran out of World Cup

United States defeats Iran 1-0, knocking the Islamic Republic out of the tournament and advancing to the knockout stage.

Special Interview

George Borda: Compared to Qatar, Mexico 1970 was worse

Interview with George Borda, who was on the Israeli national soccer team in the World Cup in Mexico in 1970.

Report:

Iran threatening to torture soccer players' families

Tehran reportedly using relatives of its World Cup team players as insurance policy against 'misbehavior,' including refusal to sing anthem.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams to attend antisemitism summit in Greece

Mayor's international trip will also include stop at the World Cup in Qatar.

US Soccer Federation removes emblem from Iranian flag

US Soccer displays Iranian flag on social media without emblem of Islamic Republic.

Watch: Belgian fans set cars on fire after national team's loss

Street riots broke out in several cities after Morocco upset Belgium 2-0 at the World Cup.

Qatar to Israelis: 'Downplay your identity'

One fan told Israeli media that he wasn't willing to be interviewed because Jews are 'not blessed'.

Israeli reporter in Qatar:

'An Iranian filmed, yelled at, and touched me, we ran away'

Channel 12's Ohad Hemo tells INN that he feels safe in the Arab country, barring a few specific incidents

Qatar demands Israelis 'downplay their identity' at World Cup

Israeli media have received less than a favorable reception, with one fan telling them he'd like to say 'Hello' but they're 'not blessed.'

Ivanka, Jared mingle with Qatari officials at World Cup

Former President's daughter and son-in-law seen mingling with Qatari politicians and Middle Eastern businessmen.

Qatari officer to Israeli:

'If you were from Israel, I would stop'

Qatari police officer gives ride to Eli Ohana, former Israeli football player, says, 'If you were from Israel, I'd stop & turn back.' Watch.

Journalist asked:

How is the experience of being an Israeli in Qatar?

It turns out passport control was very cordial but some of the other aspects of the stay weren't as welcoming.

FIFA ban driving sales of LGBT armbands?

The 'OneLove' armbands are the hottest product on the market following Qatar's dismissal of the human rights gesture.

Iran arrests popular soccer player for criticizing regime

Iran places former national team member in custody for 'propagandizing against the government' amid uproar over crackdown on protests.

Two rabbis provide kosher food to Jews attending the World Cup

There’s no beer at the World Cup in Qatar, but there are kosher bagels.

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Netanyahu congratulates Saudis over World Cup victory

Likud chairman speaks to Saudi blogger and Israel fan Mohammed Saud, after Saudi Arabia defeated Argentina in the World Cup.

UK antisemitism adviser:

‘FIFA’s vile message is Jews don’t count’

Letter sent to FIFA asking for antisemitism observers at World Cup ignored by soccer governing body, according to Lord Mann.

'Don't let jailed terrorists watch World Cup'

Zionist activist group lobbies Public Security minister to bar jailed terrorists from watching World Cup in prison.

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Iranian soccer players refuse to sing anthem at World Cup

The move appears to be a protest against the Iranian government's crackdown on demonstrators.

Lebanese fans to Israeli reporter: 'It's Palestine - not Israel'

See what a group of Lebanese fans at the World Cup tells a reporter who doesn't hide the fact that he is from Israel.