The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), the governing body of European soccer, is reportedly moving toward a vote to suspend Israel over its war in Gaza , sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed to the Associated Press on Thursday (September 25).
The majority of the 20-member executive committee is reportedly expected to vote in favor of suspending Israeli teams from international play, two sources familiar with the situation confirmed to the AP on the condition of anonymity given the sensitive nature of the subject. The move would prevent Israeli national and clubs teams from competing in the 2026 World Cup, which is set to be hosted in Canada, Mexico and the United States.
The Israeli men's team is scheduled to resume World Cup qualifying play in two wee