Athletistic / Football. Nice defender Youssef Atal apologized for his message of support for Palestine. Previously, the Algerian supported Palestine and also appreciated messages calling for pogroms against Jews.

The footballer’s actions were condemned by the mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi. He demanded that the player apologize if he wishes to continue playing for the team.

Atal then deleted the resonant message.

The English Premier League released a statement regarding the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Palestine

“I understand that my publication shocked some people. I did not have that intention. I apologize.

I want to clearly express my own position. I condemn violence in all its forms and I support all victims. I never support hate speech. I believe in peace, it is my ideal,” Atal wrote.


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