Hallgrimsson addresses player concerns ahead of Israel match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:53 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson spoke individually to players about the upcoming Nations League games against Israel. He acknowledged discomfort among the squad regarding the matches, which will be played at neutral venues in Hungary and Serbia later this month. The Football Association of Ireland opted to proceed with the games amid worries about the potential consequences of boycotting. A campaign calling for a boycott has gained support from notable figures in Irish football. These matches mark Ireland's first competitive fixtures since their World Cup play-off defeat in March.
- •Hallgrimsson spoke to players individually about Israel matches.
- •Games scheduled for September 27 and October 4 in neutral venues.
- •FAI decided to proceed with games amid potential boycotting fallout.
- •Campaign for boycott has notable backing from former players.
- •Ireland's last competitive match was a World Cup play-off loss in March.
- 12:53 PMYahoo Sports — Hallgrimsson spoke to players individually about Israel games
- 12:44 PMBBC Sport — Hallgrimsson spoke to players individually about Israel games
"Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he spoke to players in his Republic of Ireland squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel, adding "none of us feel comfortable playing in these games".
"Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he spoke to players in his Republic of Ireland squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel, adding "none of us feel comfortable playing in these games".
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 12:53 PMHallgrimsson spoke to players individually about Israel games
Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he spoke to players in his Republic of Ireland squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel, adding "none of us feel comfortable playing in these games".
- BBC SportSep 17, 2026, 12:44 PMHallgrimsson spoke to players individually about Israel games
Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says he spoke to players in his Republic of Ireland squad individually about the prospect of facing Israel, adding "none of us feel comfortable playing in these games".
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