Israeli FA Slams English FA's Decision Not to Light Wembley Arch in Solidarity
- The English FA faced criticism for not lighting up Wembley Stadium's arch in Israel's colors after recent attacks by Hamas.
- The Premier League and English FA were accused of a slow and ambiguous response to the attacks that did not sufficiently condemn Hamas.
- Chelsea became the first Premier League club to publicly condemn anti-Semitism following the attacks.
- The head of the Israeli Professional Football League expressed disappointment and shock at the English football authorities' response.
- There were calls for football federations to take a stance and show solidarity amidst the Israel-Hamas violence.