FIFA announced Wednesday that it has excluded Indonesia from hosting this U20 World Cup in 2023 amid political turmoil over Israel's participation.
FIFA said in a statement: "While the dates of the competition are currently unchanged, the new hosts will be announced as soon as possible."
The draw for Friday's May 20 to June 11 tournament was canceled by FIFA after protests against Israel's involvement in the 24-team event.
FIFA said in a statement that Indonesia would not host any more competitions "due to the current situation", without giving details.
Indonesia and Israel do not have formal diplomatic ties, and support for the Palestinian cause, the world's most populous Muslim-majority country, is strong, fueling local opposition to hosting the Israeli team. ing. An Indonesian official said the governor of Bali province, who called for Israel to be kicked out of the cup over its policies towards Palestinians, was likely behind the cancellation of the draw.
About 100 conservative Muslim demonstrators also marched in the capital Jakarta this month to protest Israeli involvement.
