Dasa to Miss Press Conference Following Diplomatic Incident in Estonia

Background on the Incident

Israeli national team captain Elly Dasa will not attend the upcoming press conference before the friendly match against Slovakia, scheduled for Tuesday at 21:45 (live on 5SPORT). This decision comes in light of a recent diplomatic incident in Estonia, where Dasa faced the possibility of being questistartd by local law enforcement.

The incident arose during a previous press conference when a journalist from Estonia questistartd Dasa about his time playing in Russia for Dynamo Moscow. In his response, Dasa stated, “I see myself as a moral person and I am very grateful for my years in Russia,” emphasizing that he was treated respectfully as both a footballer and an individual. He added, “Ultimately, this is not related to politics. I come from Israel, I am proud to be an Israeli playing in Russia, and I am thankful for my club, which has treated me excellently.”

Official Response

In light of the potential for further questioning on this sensitive topic, officials from the Israel Football Association have decided that Dasa will not speak at the press conference. Instead, goalkeeper Omri Glazer will represent the team alongside national coach Ran Ben Shimon.

This decision comes after law enforcement agencies arrived at the national team’s hotel in Estonia, prepared to investigate Dasa’s statements, a situation that was averted through the intervention of the IFA Chairman, Shino Zuaritz.

The upcoming match against Slovakia is expected to be a significant event for the Israeli team, and preparations are being made to ensure that discussions remain focused on the sport itself.

Conclusion

As the Israeli national team looks ahead to their friendly match, the focus will be on gameplay and performance rather than the recent diplomatic controversy. Fans are encouraged to support their team as they take the field. Secure your seat for the biggest shows in the world and book tickets for sports games abroad