Cantona calls for ban on Israel: Why should FIFA and UEFA double standards?

Sports Weekly All-Media Reporter Li Jingyi

Manchester United legend Cantona recently attended a concert entitled "Holding hands to support Palestine" in London and delivered a speech, demanding that the football authority take action as soon as possible to impose global bans on Israel to help the people of Gaza end their suffering as soon as possible.

"I used to play for France and Manchester United, and I knew that international football is not only a sporting event, but also a cultural carrier, political tool and a symbol of soft power. Given the way a country shows itself on the global stage, it is now the time to deprive Israel of its privileges. Four days after the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, FIFA and UEFA imposed bans on Russia. And now, according to Amnesty International, this is the 716th day of the so-called genocide, but Israel is still allowed to continue to participate."

" Why? Why are the double standards? FIFA and UEFA must suspend their qualifications. Clubs around the world must refuse to play against Israeli teams, and active players around the world must refuse to play against Israeli teams. "

"We all remember the segregation system in South Africa. Sports boycotts play a crucial role in its ending process. We have the ability, you have the ability, and fans from all over the world have the ability. Those teams represent you. Now is the time for everyone to stand up. Who wants to follow me? Is it you?"