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Attacks on Gaza, the famous national team refuses to play with Israel

2024-12-19 19:34:00, Sport CNA

Attacks on Gaza, the famous national team refuses to play with Israel

The Norwegian national team has refused to play the scheduled matches against Israel, as part of the World Cup qualifiers.

This unprecedented stance comes in response to the situation in Gaza, where continuous attacks have caused massive casualties and destruction.

The president of the Norwegian Football Federation, Lise Klavenes, explained the decision, emphasizing that it reflects not only the sensitivity of the players and staff of the national team, but also the position of the Norwegian government, which has called for an immediate stop to the violence.

"None of us can remain indifferent to what is happening in Gaza. We stand with the Norwegian government in calling for a halt to attacks on innocent people. The situation is complex, and the fact that Israel is part of UEFA competitions makes the matter more complicated. However, we are closely following the situation with FIFA, UEFA and the Norwegian authorities to decide the next steps," Klavenes declared.

Norway's decision comes as a strong signal of solidarity with the Palestinian people, putting the spotlight on the influence of politics in the world of sports. The move could have far-reaching consequences for international football, setting a precedent for other confederations to follow a similar stance.

In addition to the potential impact on relations between federations, refusal to play could result in penalties from FIFA or UEFA, including financial fines or other disciplinary measures.





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