FIFA and UEFA accused of aiding war crimesNewsFeedFIFA and UEFA presidents are accused of aiding war crimes and crimes against humanity over the support of Israeli football clubs in occupied Palestinian lands. Al Jazeera’s Nour Hegazy examines the legal questions this historic case raises for global sports institutions.Published On 25 Feb 2026
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WED · 2026-02-25 · 08:09 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0225-19126
NSR-2026-0225-19126News Report·EN·Legal & Judicial
FIFA and UEFA accused of aiding war crimes
In February 2026, FIFA and UEFA were accused of aiding war crimes and crimes against humanity. The accusation stems from their support of Israeli football clubs located in occupied Palestinian territories.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-25 · 08:09 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In February 2026, FIFA and UEFA were accused of aiding war crimes and crimes against humanity. The accusation stems from their support of Israeli football clubs located in occupied Palestinian territories. The legal case examines whether the global sports institutions are complicit in international crimes through their support of these clubs. Al Jazeera reported on the legal questions raised by this case, focusing on the potential culpability of FIFA and UEFA presidents. The core issue revolves around the legality of supporting football activities in occupied territories under international law.
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Al Jazeera’s Nour Hegazy examines the legal questions this historic case raises.
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The accusation stems from the support of Israeli football clubs in occupied Palestinian lands.
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FIFA and UEFA presidents are accused of aiding war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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