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Reebok Reverses on Israel Kit Branding, Logo to Stay on National Team Jerseys

The company reversed course following talks led by IFA chairman Shino Zuaretz after reports tied the dispute to boycott pressure.

Overview

  • The Israeli Football Association said Reebok had asked that its logo no longer appear on the national team’s jerseys.
  • Following discussions between the IFA, Reebok and the local licensee, the IFA said the company confirmed the logo will continue to appear on the kits at international matches.
  • Before the reversal, the IFA planned to remove the logo temporarily and stated it would examine legal options under Israeli anti-boycott laws.
  • Israeli media linked the initial request to threats from the BDS movement, and Reebok was initially not reachable for comment.
  • Coverage placed the episode within ongoing tensions related to the Gaza war, noting political sensitivity around boycotts and prior condemnations of BDS.