Soccer / Euro U21 Top players urge UEFA to stop Israel hosting tournament

Sixty-two players, including Chelsea's Eden Hazard, Arsenal's Abou Diaby and Paris Saint-Germain's Jeremy Menez, claim that Israel hosting the tournament will be "seen as a reward for actions that are contrary to sporting values."

By Haaretz Sports Staff and Agencies | 03:43 02.12.12 |

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LONDON - Dozens of leading footballers have signed a statement protesting UEFA's decision to stage the European under-21 championship in Israel next year following the recent military offensive in the Gaza Strip.

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Soccer / Euro U21 Top players urge UEFA to stop Israel hosting tournament

Sixty-two players, including Chelsea's Eden Hazard, Arsenal's Abou Diaby and Paris Saint-Germain's Jeremy Menez, claim that Israel hosting the tournament will be "seen as a reward for actions that are contrary to sporting values."

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