Overview

• Israel's government ratified a ceasefire with Hamas, enabling hostilities to halt within 24 hours and hostage releases to begin within 72 hours.
• Norwegian FA president Lise Klaveness said football is nothing compared to peace and urged sports leaders to give the plan momentum.
• Klaveness plans to meet her Israeli counterpart before Saturday's game and highlighted the importance of dialogue despite recent strains.
• The Norwegian FA coordinated with Oslo police on an expanded security operation, and Klaveness said Israeli fans are warmly welcome and should feel safe attending.
• Profits from ticket sales will go to Doctors Without Borders for work in Gaza, a decision criticized by Israel's FA, while Norway leads Group I with 15 points.