Overview

• Israeli outlet Ynet, cited by Il Fatto Quotidiano, reported UEFA told the Israeli FA there is no executive meeting this week to consider suspension.
• A letter signed by 48 athletes, including Paul Pogba and Hakim Ziyech, urges UEFA and FIFA to exclude Israel from international football.
• Earlier reporting from the Times and the BBC indicated multiple federations were pressing for a vote and that UEFA leadership appeared open to action.
• The U.S. administration, including the State Department, has signaled opposition to any move that would bar Israel from World Cup qualifying or other events.
• If a suspension were enacted, reporting says Maccabi Tel Aviv would exit the Europa League and the national team would be removed from 2026 World Cup qualifying, with Italy–Israel scheduled for October 14 in Udine.