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Israeli FA Slams English FA's Decision Not to Light Wembley Arch in Solidarity

  • The English FA faced criticism for not lighting up Wembley Stadium's arch in Israel's colors after recent attacks by Hamas.
  • The Premier League and English FA were accused of a slow and ambiguous response to the attacks that did not sufficiently condemn Hamas.
  • Chelsea became the first Premier League club to publicly condemn anti-Semitism following the attacks.
  • The head of the Israeli Professional Football League expressed disappointment and shock at the English football authorities' response.
  • There were calls for football federations to take a stance and show solidarity amidst the Israel-Hamas violence.
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