Archive · 4 Oct 2025
FIFA Addresses Israel-Palestine Conflict, Maintains Neutrality
Gianni Infantino, the head of FIFA, is saying that even though football can't solve big problems like wars, it can still help people get along.
He met with the leader of Palestinian soccer to talk about the conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Some people want Israel kicked out of international football.
Even though there are calls for action, FIFA is taking a neutral approach.
FIFA says it wants to use football to unite people around the world, especially during difficult times.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino met with the Palestinian soccer federation head in Zurich.
Infantino stated FIFA's commitment to promoting peace and unity.
The meeting addressed the ongoing situation in Gaza and the role of football.
Calls exist for Israel to be suspended from international football.
No action was taken against Israel's participation in upcoming matches.
- Who
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino
- What
- Addressed calls for Israel's suspension; met with the Palestinian soccer federation head.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Why
- To promote peace and unity amidst the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Calls for Suspension
FIFA's Stance
Israel's Suspension
Calls for Suspension
Some, including some European soccer federations, believe Israel should be suspended from international competitions.
FIFA's Stance
FIFA is focused on promoting peace and unity and has not taken action on the calls for suspension.
- Key Figure
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino
- Meeting Location
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Meeting Participants
- Infantino and Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub
- Topics
- Israel-Palestine Conflict, Football's Role in Peace
- Notable
- Calls for Israel's suspension from competitions
- Upcoming Match
- Norway vs Israel on October 11
Sources
Soccer-Football cannot solve conflict but carries message of peace, says FIFA’s Infantino
FIFA Unveils Trionda, Official Ball of 2026 FIFA World Cup
FIFA Chief Infantino On Israel-Palestine: ‘Football Can’t Solve Geopolitical Issues’
FIFA 'Cannot Solve Geopolitical Problems' Like Gaza, Says Infantino
