James M. DorseyJul 11, 20143 minThe politics of football in the Middle East (JMD quoted in The National)Algeria’s goalkeeper Rais M’Bolhi, right, and defender Aïssa Mandi, on the ground, after Germany scored their winning second goal on June...
James M. DorseyJul 7, 20145 minIsraeli investigation into murder of Palestinian focuses on Jerusalem soccer fan groupSuspects in the murder of Mohammed Abu Khdeir By James M. Dorsey An Israeli investigation into the brutal murder of 16-year old Mohammed...
James M. DorseyJan 19, 20144 minIsraeli pitches: A tale of racism, bigotry and double standardsBy James M. Dorsey If Israeli soccer pitches are any indication, Israeli attitudes towards Palestinians do not bode well for US Secretary...
James M. DorseyFeb 25, 20135 minMilitant Jerusalem fans challenge founding principle of Israeli foreign policyBeitar fans insist that their club remain racially pure (Source: Reuters) By James M. Dorsey When militant supporters of right-wing...