For security reasons, the city of Brussels is unable to host the Israeli national football team for a Nations League match against the Belgian team.
Given the dramatic situation in the Middle East and the expected demonstrations, it is impossible to hold this risky game in September, the city announced on its website on Wednesday. The city has been holding talks with security authorities for several months.
It must now be acknowledged that the game will lead to large demonstrations, which will endanger the safety of spectators, players, residents and also the police forces.
Belgium is actually scheduled to play against Israel at home in the Nations League on September 6. According to media reports, the city of Leuven has already announced that it will not be available to host the game.
