Overview
- The match, part of the Nations League's fifth day, faced uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
- Israeli home games have been relocated to Budapest, Hungary, due to security risks in their region.
- Previous matches involving Israel, such as against Belgium, were played in Hungary and often without spectators.
- French authorities, led by Laurent Nuñez, confirmed the match will occur under normal conditions with public access.
- Philippe Diallo, head of the French Football Federation, advocated for hosting the match in France to uphold sporting values.