Italian Fans Protest During Israel’s National Anthem

Italians Protest During Israel’s National Anthem at UEFA Nations League Match

During the UEFA Nations A League Group 2 match between Israel and Italy, a group of Italian fans staged a protest by turning their backs while Israel’s national anthem was played.

According to reports in the Italian press, the match, held at the Bozsik Stadium in Budapest due to security concerns in Israel, saw around 50 Italian fans in the visiting section turn their backs to the pitch during the playing of the Israeli anthem. This protest quickly became a trending topic on social media.

The protest drew mixed reactions online. Some users, citing Israel’s attacks in Gaza, praised the action as “respectable and historical.” Others claimed that those involved were “fascist groups” among the fanatical supporters.