FIFA Probe to Hand Greece Win to Israel?

Diehard Israeli footie fans yesterday had their World Cup qualifying hopes raised slightly after it was announced that FIFA will probe the conduct of Greek fans during Israel’s 2-1 World Cup Qualifying loss.

FIFA is currently investigating a complaint put forward by the Swiss Football Association that lasers were pointed at Israeli goalie Dudu Aouate in order to distract him during the crucial penalty kick which won the match for Greece 2-1.

Whilst it is highly unlikely that FIFA will force Greece to forfeit the World Cup qualifier, a fine is much more probable.

Despite this (slim) glimmer of hope for Israel (and Swiss) football supporters, the state of depression for Israeli football fans continues as the nation’s hopes of qualifying for the World Cup now seem all but lost. Only 4 wins out of the nation’s final 4 matches will be enough for Israel to challenge for a playoff position and ultimately a spot in the World Cup.