Cantona, known for his political stances and outspoken comments, spoke during the “Together for Palestine” concert at the Ovo Arena, Wembley, which was attended by music stars such as Damon Albarn, Bastille and Pink Pantheress, as well as actors such as Benedict Cumberbatch.

“Four days after the start of the war by Russia in Ukraine, FIFA and UEFA banned Russia. We are now 716 days into what Amnesty International has called genocide,” Cantona said.

“And yet, Israel continues to be allowed to participate.

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, UEFA and FIFA banned the Russian national team and clubs from all competitions.

The disruption continues, including non-participation in the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.

This precedent has fueled debate in football about a similar ban on Israel, following December 2023 when the conflicts in Gaza caused over 65,000 casualties according to the Gaza Ministry of Health.

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Ronaldo’s contract was terminated after the player criticized the management policies and the team’s manager, Erik ten Hag, style.

The club announced the development on Tuesday through a statement released on it’s official website, thanking the forward for his contribution to the development of the club.

According to the statement, “Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.

“The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future.

“Everyone at Manchester United remains focused on continuing the team’s progress under Erik ten Hag and working together to deliver success on the pitch”, the statement added.

His own statement read: “Following conversations with Manchester United we have mutually agreed to end our contract early.

“I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change. However, it feels like the right time for me to seek a new challenge. I wish the team every success for the remainder of the season and for the future.”

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After the great impression, he said: “as long as my team-mates believe in me, the boss believes in me and the fans believe in me, I just have to keep going.”

“I don’t care what anyone says. We want to keep the momentum going and make sure we do great this season.”

After Luke Shaw opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, Ighalo fired home his side’s second in the 41st minute before wrapping up the victory with another goal in the 70th minute.

The 30-year-old, who only joined the Red Devils on deadline day from Shanghai Shenhua, has now scored three goals across his first six appearances for a club he grew up supporting.

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Ighalo who signed from a Chinese club in January  scored his debut goal  in Manchester United’s game against Club Brugge.

His goal came six minutes after Bruno Fernandes put the Red Devils ahead from a penalty kick in the 27th minute.

United made it 3:0 just before the half-time break, with a goal from Scott McTominay.

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