Iceland will play Israel in the semi-finals of the Euro 2024 promotion playoffs. Israel applied heavy pressure to hold the game at home, but was met with a stubborn refusal and had to reserve Franz Susna Stadium in Budapest.
In Iceland, there is a clear anti-Israel streak. Politicians, publicists and even the coach of the national team, Oga Hareida, voiced strong opinions against Israel following the war in Gaza. Many have raised a demand to boycott the game, even at the cost of punishment against the Icelandic association.