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Muhammad Abu Fani, an Israeli national soccer player, said he was humiliated by a Border Police officer in Jerusalem, Israeli public broadcaster KAN reported on Thursday. 

According to KAN, Yesh Atid MK Simon Davidson, who knows Abu Fani personally, called on National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to investigate the situation. 

In a statement to Ben-Gvir, Davidson shared that Abu Fani and his cousin traveled to Jerusalem to pray, where he was publicly humiliated at the Lion’s Gate of the Old City by a Border Police officer.

Abu Fani alleged that the guard yelled at and teased him and threatened to ban him from entering Jerusalem for a year, all without legal grounds, KAN reported. 

Davidson wrote, “This behavior is unacceptable. It’s a serious violation of human dignity, especially as it involves an athlete who represents the State of Israel. Muhammad Abu Fani, an Arab-Israeli player who plays professionally in Hungary, is an important figure working to promote coexistence and unity between Arab and Jewish communities.”

“Incidents like this harm him personally and undermine broader efforts to foster integration and equality in Israeli society,” Davidson continued.

In addition to demanding an investigation, KAN reported that Davidson also summoned the officer in question to issue a formal apology to Abu Fani and is now working to implement ways to prevent similar incidents in the future. 

“Events like this tarnish Israel’s image, threaten our social cohesion, and undermine public trust in the authorities. I demand swift and decisive action to address this incident and prevent recurrence,” Davidson wrote, according to KAN.

Israel Police stated in response, “The incident will be thoroughly investigated, and lessons will be drawn from the findings. Border Police officers operate in complex circumstances in Jerusalem’s Old City, conducting rigorous checks to maintain public order and security while ensuring freedom of worship.”

 Ben-Gvir responded to Davidson’s request for an investigation, saying he believed the Border Police officer acted appropriately.

“I fully support the Border Police officer in this case,” Ben-Gvir said. “It seems Abu Fani failed to properly identify himself and showed disrespect to the officer. Under my leadership, no one—not even a soccer player—will disparage a Border Police officer.”

Source: https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-835007

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For the first time in Premier League history, Fulham emerged victorious from Stamford Bridge, with a 2-1 win over Chelsea.

The Blues started Boxing Day strong with a beauty of a goal by Cole Palmer to open the scoring in the 16th minute. The hosts looked dangerous in the opening half hour, but they weren’t able to increase their lead.

The script flipped in the second half. Fulham returned from the dressing room and began to take control of the game. Despite both teams trading chances, the visitors looked like the better team for the remainder of the night. Finally, in the 82nd minute, Harry Wilson tied the game with a goal that had been brewing the entire second half.

Chelsea had a chance to regain the lead, but Bernd Leno denied Jadon Sancho a minute before stoppage time. When the draw appeared to be cemented, Fulham caught Chelsea’s defense on the back foot and Rodrigo Muniz scored the winner in the 95th minute, sending the visiting fans into a frenzy.

It’s the first Fulham victory away at Chelsea since 1979 and Marco Silva’s men now find themselves eighth on the table, equal on points with reigning champions Manchester City. For Enzo Manresca’s Blues, it’s a worrying defeat given the manner in which the team looked in the second half. Chelsea have now dropped points in consecutive games and could be overtaken in the standings by Arsenal if Mikel Arteta’s side beat Ipswich Town on Friday.

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Manchester United faces Wolverhampton in a Premier League soccer match on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 (12/26/24) at Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton, England.

How to watch: Fans can watch the match via a free trial to DIRECTV Stream or fuboTV.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Premier League match

Who: Manchester United vs. Wolves

When: Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 (12/26/24)

Time: 12:30 p.m.

Where: Molineux Stadium

TV: USA Network

Live stream: DIRECTV Stream or fuboTV.

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Here’s a recent soccer story from the AP:

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Marcus Rashford was left out of the Manchester United squad for a third straight match ahead of Bournemouth’s visit in the Premier League on Sunday.

Rashford was absent for the 2-1 win at Manchester City in the league last weekend as well as the 4-3 loss at Tottenham in the English League Cup in midweek. United manager Ruben Amorim cited “selection” reasons for Rashford’s absence in both cases.

On Tuesday, the 27-year-old Rashford discussed the possibility of leaving United in an interview with journalist Henry Winter that was published in a post on X.

“For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps,” Rashford was quoted as saying. “When I leave it’s going to be ‘no hard feelings.’”

The 27-year-old Rashford, who is a graduate of United’s famed academy, is under contract until 2028.

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Source: https://www.nj.com/sports/2024/12/manchester-united-vs-wolves-free-live-stream-122624-how-to-watch-premier-league-soccer-match.html

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Kaizer Chiefs will be looking to strengthen their side during the upcoming January transfer window according to reports. 

Chiefs will find themselves in a very precarious position if they do not use the window effectively it seems. 

Chiefs struggling so far this season

As it stands, the team has struggled to kick on this season and the early excitement has already died down. The appointment of Nasreddine Nabi was supposed to be the beginning of a new era for the club. The Tunisian mentor is believed to be the man to lead Chiefs back into their glory days era. The fact that the club had two separate negotiations for him and ended up going back to pay compensation says a lot. He was first primed to join the club at the beginning of last season before negotiations hit a snag. 

Since coming in, there had been renewed optimism at Chiefs. Early results as well as signings looked to be on the positive side. But things have since slowed down immensely as the Glamour Boys find themselves in ninth on the log. Furthermore, they’re struggling to both score and stop conceding goals at the back. Some sections of the fanbase have also started to question the capabilities of Nabi. 

Three requests from coach Nabi?

Nabi again made a public cry, sending a message to Chiefs bosses saying he needs better quality! Now according to Soccer-Laduma, he has made a request to strengthen three positions this January. 

“You know, even if they get Fiston (Mayele) they still want at least one more striker to strengthen their forward line. The coach had on several occasions, during meetings indicated that as much as they want a number 10 and a winger their main priority is a striker or at least two strikers to help them score goals and win games. So, it could not be only Mayele but another striker as well, joining the club in January,” said a source to the same publication. 

Your player signing suggestions?

So there you have it Chiefs fans, at least two strikers, a winger and a playmaker. Which players would you like in those positions? Feel free to leave your suggestions in the comments below. 

Source: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/nabi-asks-kaizer-chiefs-bosses-to-strengthen-these-three-positions/

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BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA – JULY 28: Given Msimango of Kaizer Chiefs during the Toyota Cup 2024 match between Kaizer Chiefs FC and Young Africans at Toyota Stadium on July 28, 2024 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. (Photo by Charle Lombard/Gallo Images)

Source: https://www.snl24.com/soccerladuma/local/premiership/kaizer-chiefs/msimango-my-xmas-wish-is-to-do-it-for-the-chairman-20241225

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