A large and lively protest and march took place in Cardiff today, ahead of Wales’ frustrating 0-0 draw against Israel in the UEFA 2016 qualifiers.
Campaigners were demanding ‘Fair Play For Palestine‘ and pointing out that under UEFA’s own rules, Israel should not be allowed to compete.
A statement released by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign last month laid out their case:
Here’s some photos from the start of the march outside City Hall in Cardiff.
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Fair Play for Palestine – activists protest ahead of Wales vs Israel UEFA Championship match, 6th Sept, 2015
United For Palestine: anti-Israel Protest on Oxford Street, London
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A walk around Cardiff Bay, south Wales with photos of the Millennium Centre, Pierhead and Senedd building
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With Andorra and Bosnia to play, that point actually leaves Wales in a good position. Be great to see them qualify!