🔗 Share this article Football Association of Ireland Approves Motion Urging Uefa Ban on Israeli Teams The Football Association of Ireland has given the green light to submit a official proposal to Uefa, calling for the exclusion of Israel from continental club and international tournaments. Basis of the Proposed Ban This motion, which was put forward by Irish side Bohemians, highlighted claimed violations by the IFA of a couple of important European football regulations. Failure to apply and uphold an effective policy against racism. Establishment of football teams in disputed territories without the consent of the Palestinian Football Association. Vote Outcome and Future Actions As stated in an announcement from the Irish FA, the proposal was supported by 74 votes, with seven opposed and 2 not voting. They plans to formally submit this request to the Uefa executive committee, seeking the immediate suspension of the Israel Football Association from European tournaments. In an extraordinary general meeting of the FAI, an standard motion was put to delegates. It passed by a majority. Earlier Uefa Considerations The European body had earlier paused intentions to ban Israeli football at the end of September, following the announcement of Donald Trump's proposed peace plan for the region. While they never publicly stated considering an special session on the matter, preparations were believed to be well developed. International Backdrop The FAI resolution follows comparable demands in last autumn from the leaders of Turkish and Norwegian governing bodies for Israel's suspension from global football. These appeals were made after United Nations experts urged world and European football bodies to suspend Israel, referencing a UN commission of inquiry report that claimed the country of acts of genocide during the Gaza conflict. The Israeli government has rejected these allegations and described the report as scandalous. Potential Ramifications If Uefa choose to ban Israel, it would likely create tension with the US administration – co-hosts for the 2026 World Cup – which strongly opposes such an action. Although Uefa has the authority to exclude Israel or its clubs from its tournaments, it might not be able to prevent them from competing in qualification for the World Cup, which is governed by Fifa.