As French and Israeli Teams Meet, Soccer Takes a Back Seat to Politics and Security

By The New York Times   |   2 years ago
As French and Israeli Teams Meet, Soccer Takes a Back Seat to Politics and Security

French authorities deployed heavy security for a soccer match between France and Israel following violence in Amsterdam. The game was a political event due to security concerns and antisemitism, with VIPs in attendance to show solidarity. The event highlighted tensions surrounding Israel in Europe.

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