The Premier League's Approach to Flags in Stadiums.

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 For the longest sport and politics have crossed paths. Due to a recent tragedy in the Middle East Premiere League took steps to implement rules in regard to the flag in the stadium. Keeping a balance between freedom of expression and sportsmanship among fans and players.  

    Some Club like Tottenham Hotspur send direct messages to their fans not to bring the Israel flag and the flag of Palestine with the following statement “A football match is not an appropriate arena to display flags of any political or religious affiliation or anything that could possibly be considered inflammatory." Other clubs such as North London club sent out similar messages that no national flags would be permitted at the games.  

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The tension is still rising globally after the Hamas attack and the airstrike and bombardment of Israel in the Gaza Strip. Tottenham's decision aligns with the broader stance of the Premier League. the league has issued guidance to all 20 clubs, advising them to prohibit the display of certain flags, especially those from Israel and Palestine. Many fans are not happy with the new rule, some say it is an infringement on personal freedoms and that the league authorities don’t have the right to prevent them from displaying country flags.